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The latest news from the leading mental health charity in England and Wales.
Below you'll find all the latest news from Mind. In this section you can also learn about the services our media office can provide, and find a list of Mind's spokespeople.
Contact us
Please note that these contact details are for media enquiries only. Find other ways to contact Mind.
For comment, interviews, case studies or information on our latest news and campaigns, journalists contact the Mind media team on media@mind.org.uk or phone 020 8522 1743 or 07850 788514 out of hours.
If you are looking for comment from Mind Cymru, please contact Ruth Coombs on 02920 346 575 or 07779 727886 out of hours.
Please note, the media office is only able to respond to enquiries from or about the media.
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SepUK cities set for disabled people' protest - Hardest Hit Day of Action
On 22 October, disabled people, their families and friends will take to the streets in cities across the UK protesting against Government cuts to disability benefits and services.
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AugNew study finds increased role for practice nurses in treating depression has mutual benefits
Mind, in association with the Royal College of Nursing, today releases new findings that show structured contact with practice nurses can help people with chronic and recurrent depression in their recovery.
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AugBank holiday office hours
The Mind offices will be closed over the Bank holiday weekend. They will open again on Wednesday 31 August. Our infoline will open as normal from Tuesday 30 August.
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AugAcute and crisis care poll
Help us tell the story of care in crisis with this five question poll.
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AugMind welcomes legal judgment on care and accommodation
Mind has today welcomed the judgment in the case of R (SL) v Westminster City Council, which clarified the duty of local authorities to provide appropriate care and accommodation for people with mental health problems.
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AugTribute to leading mental health expert
William Bingley, former Legal Director at Mind, has sadly passed away.
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AugFeel better outside, feel better inside
Being outdoors and getting into nature can give your mind a boost. Find out how introducing some regular outdoor activity can help you to relax and take care of your mind.
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JulStrictly star waltzes in for Mind raffle draw
Strictly Come Dancing star Camilla Dallerup took time out from starring in hit musical Calendar Girls as she waltzed into the Veolia Environmental Services Nottingham offices to conduct Mind’s Spring Raffle draw.
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JulMind Book of the Year Award shortlist announced
Panel announces 8 books shortlisted for prestigious prize celebrating understanding of mental health issues in literature. (Press release)
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JunLeeds United gets on board the Love Your Mind campaign
Leeds United gets behind Mind's campaign to champion local mental health services, as we come to Leeds on 5 July with our Love Your Mind bus.
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JunMind Cymru wants your artwork
Deadline is 12 July. Mind Cymru is looking for artwork to be included at the National Eisteddford.
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JunStephen Fry announced as new President of Mind
We are delighted to announce that Stephen Fry is to become the new President of Mind, succeeding Lord Melvyn Bragg who last week revealed that he is to step down after fifteen years in the role.
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JunAs GPs leave mental health patients in the dark, Mind hits the road to champion local services
30 per cent of patients say their GP is unaware of services to support mental health recovery. In response, Mind is reaching out and taking its services and information on the road, to locations around England. (press release)
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JunLord Melvyn Bragg steps down as Mind's President
Mind thanks Lord Melvyn Bragg for 15 years’ service as the charity's inspirational president.
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JunRefugee Week 2011 starts today!
Find out how you can get involved in this year's week-long celebration of refugee culture and society. Mind is running various activities, as part of our work on migrant mental health.