Mind news and press releases
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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NovWinners of the Mind Media Awards
Stephen Fry announces winners at Mind Media Awards 2012, sponsored by Friends Life.
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NovThe Fry, Flintoff, Bruno, and Pendleton Effect
Mind launches research showing the impact of celebrities speaking out: 1 in 5 has sought help after being inspired by a celebrity speaking out in the media.
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NovMind welcomes new Chair
On 1 December, David Henry will step down as Mind's Chair and we welcome Ryan Campbell as our new Chair.
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NovMind responds to Schizophrenia Commission report
Mind welcomes this important piece of research, which highlights the urgent need for improvement in the levels of support available to people experiencing severe mental health problems.
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NovMental health charities comment on NHS Mandate
Mental health charities Mind and Rethink Mental Illness comment on the NHS Mandate published today.
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NovCelebrating success as Wales reaches 10,000 Mental Health First Aiders
Mind Cymru is celebrating the success of the Mental Health First Aid (Wales) course as the number of people trained reaches 10,000 in early November 2012.
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NovNew ‘fit for work’ figures
Mind is concerned by new 'fit for work' figures released today.
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OctMiliband speech on mental health
Ed Miliband has today made a speech about mental health at the Royal College of Psychiatrists, following an event earlier this morning where the Labour Party signed the Time to Change pledge.
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OctMind responds to 'sectioning' doctors announcement
Mind responds to the announcement that doctors in four Strategic Health Authorities involved in detaining people involuntarily under the Mental Health Act were not properly validated.
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OctGuestbook Signed by Stars of Edinburgh Fringe 2012 Auctioned for Mind
100 of the top acts from Edinburgh Fringe 2012 have contributed to a 'Guestbook' being auctioned to raise funds for Mind
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OctOur emails are back
After a difficult few weeks, our email systems are back up and running. This includes the Mind Infoline and the Mind Legal line.
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OctTipping point for welfare cuts
The Hardest Hit coalition today published a report that reveals how welfare cuts are affecting some of the most vulnerable people in the country.
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OctMind Cymru looks forward to new mental health strategy for Wales
The Welsh Government’s new ten year strategy for mental health in Wales – ‘Together for Mental Health’ – will be launched on Monday 22 October 2012
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OctEmail problems
National Mind, including our infoline, is experiencing email problems.
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OctCalling all artists for 2013 competition!
Mind Cymru is proud to support the Mental Health Research Network Cymru in launching its national art competition on the theme of 'Hope'.