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.
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.
England:
-
19 July 2006
Mind comments on Sainsbury Centre for Mental Health survey of NHS mental health trust finance directors
The Sainsbury Centre's timely report adds to the growing evidence for what we already know - that when it comes to money, mental health is always last in line.
-
18 July 2006
Pressure forces Government into releasing shock sexual abuse report
Delayed data show alarming levels of sexual abuse and rape in mental healthcare.
-
10 July 2006
Mind condemns scandal of sexual abuse on mental health wards - data withheld by Government
A shocking patient safety report leaked today indicates the scandal of widespread sexual harassment, abuse, and rape on mental health wards.
-
4 July 2006
Mind warns: Benefits shake-up will fail if employers' discrimination continues
-
29 June 2006
Mind responds to Government proposals to safeguard rights of people who lack capacity
People receiving compulsory mental health treatment in nursing or residential care should get equivalent safeguards to those being treated in hospital or the community.
-
18 June 2006
Charities unite to support call for talking therapies for all who need them on the NHS
Access to evidence-based talking therapies for those who need them should be as big a priority for the NHS as any other proven and cost-effective treatment.
-
14 May 2006
New mums failed by services
-
6 May 2006
Mind responds as Work and Pensions Committee identifies flaws in proposed Incapacity Benefit reforms
Mental health charity Mind has reacted positively to the report published today of the Work and Pensions Committee Inquiry into Incapacity Benefit.
-
20 April 2006
Mind supports mental health nursing review recommendations
-
23 March 2006
Mind hails dropping of draconian Mental Health Bill but key issues still need to be addressed
Mind celebrates the dropping of the Government's controversial draft Mental Health Bill after eight years of campaigning from mental health stakeholders.
-
23 March 2006
Updated Mental Health Act must promote civil rights, not damage them, says alliance
-
23 March 2006
Updated Mental Health Act must promote civil rights, not damage them, says alliance
The Government's decision to abandon much of its controversial draft Bill is an unprecedented change of plan, but some of its proposed amendments to the current Act are cause for concern.
-
27 February 2006
Mind comments on social exclusion minister announcement
To tackle social exclusion, minister must get to grips with mental ill health.
-
24 January 2006
Mind disappointed as Incapacity Benefit reform threatens welfare of vulnerable claimants
Incapacity Benefit reforms may force people with mental health problems back to work too soon, without providing for the support they need both in and out of the workplace.
-
11 January 2006
Mind comments on Mental Health Act Commission report
Mind warns against connecting NHS funding with community service funding.