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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.
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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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JunMPs to debate mental health
This is the first time in many years that a main debate in the House of Commons has been dedicated to mental health. Get in touch with your MP and share your experiences.
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JunOpening hours over the Jubilee weekend
The Mind offices will close on 1 June and re-open on 6 June, including our infoline.
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MaySurge in calls show people need Mind more than ever
We've seen a surge in demand for our helplines. Calls to our Infoline and Legal line are up 18 per cent and 28 per cent, compared to the same time last year.
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MaySlashing red tape may put rights of people with mental health problems at risk
We mustn't lose the employment rights of people with mental health problems.
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MayDiscriminatory mental health law to be challenged
A Bill aiming to overturn restrictions that prevent people with experience of mental health problems becoming MPs, jurors, company directors or school governors is returning to the House of Lords on Tuesday 15 May.
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AprNew findings show women run scared from outdoor exercise
9 out of 10 women aged over 30 battle body-confidence and low self-esteem when considering outdoor exercise. It’s time we start talking about how exercise makes us feel.
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AprMind fundraiser rows into Guinness Book of Records
Tommy Tippetts becomes youngest male to row solo across an ocean following 82 day Atlantic voyage
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AprStephen Fry announced as host of Mind Media Awards 2012
We are delighted to announce that Stephen Fry will host this year’s Mind Media Awards, which opens for entries today.
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AprTime to Change Wales offers exciting volunteering opportunity
New campaign Time to Change Wales is currently advertising an Assistant Administrator voluntary post based at Mind Cymru, Cardiff.
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AprSally Brampton puts mental health on the record at journalist event
Time to Change is spearheading a new initiative offering journalists and programme makers from all sectors an insight into mental health to ensure that reporting of the issue is done fairly and accurately.
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AprMindcast shortlisted for a Sony Radio Academy Award
We are delighted that Radio DJ and Mind Media Awards judge Matt Wilkinson and Mind media volunteer Siobhan O’Neil have been nominated for a very prestigious Sony Radio Academy Award.
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AprWales sees step forward in support for people who want to speak out
Independent Mental Health Advocacy is extended. From 2 April 2012 anyone in Wales who is in hospital for their mental health problem can ask for an Independent Mental Health Advocate (IMHA) to help them get their voice heard.
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MarMental health organisations welcome decision to retain mental health amendment
A coalition of mental health organisations last week welcomed the House of Commons’ decision to give mental health a higher priority in the new health system in England.
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MarFrankie Sandford launches Glamour magazine mental health campaign with Mind
The Saturdays singer Frankie Sandford opens up about her depression to launch ‘Hey, It’s OK’ campaign.
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MarShocking number of rapes and sexual assaults in London’s Mental Health Trusts
A Sunday Politics London investigation has shown more than 500 allegations in past four years.