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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SepBailiff mind games devastating to mental health
Mind reveals shocking new evidence about the devastating impact a visit from the bailiffs can have on your mental health. 50% of people surveyed reported suicidal feelings after a knock on the door from bailiffs.
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SepMind responds to Government plans for a new mental health strategy
Care Services Minister Paul Burstow today outlined government plans for a new mental health strategy. Mind CEO comments.
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AugMental wellbeing concerns on the X Factor
Popular contestant Shirlena gets told that she cannot continue with ITV's The X Factor over concerns for her mental health.
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AugMind responds to proposals to eliminate mixed sex wards
Mind's stance on proposals announced by Health Secretary Andrew Lansley.
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AugBenefits campaign stepping up
Find out how to get involved to influence the review of the Work Capability Assessment.
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Aug10/10/10 - Mind calls for 10 Londoners from every borough for ultimate London charity event
Run with Mind in the Royal Parks Foundation half marathon.
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JulBev Callard: My battle with depression
Britian's much-loved soap star explains why she's chosen to support Mind, following her recent experience of depression.
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JulBev Callard: my battle with depression
The Coronation Street star opens up about her experience of depression.
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JulPeople with mental health problems must be heard on welfare reform
Mind CEO joins scrutiny group to assess fairness and accuracy of Work Capacity Assessment, ensuring that those with experience of mental distress are represented at the highest level in welfare reform reviews.
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JulMinding our community
Our local Mind association grant fund supports vital projects in communities across England and Wales.
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JulMind wins pro-bono PR support
Mental health charity Mind has beaten stiff competition to secure pro-bono PR support from leading communications agency Band & Brown.
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JulMind Cymru leads on mental health in workplace guidelines
Collaboration with Equality and Human Rights Commmision on major new mental health at work policy guidelines.
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JulYouth Mental Health First Aid launches in Wales
An innovative new way to support young people in Wales was launched this week.
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JulMental Health Alliance issues first review of Deprivation of Liberty safeguards
Important safeguards designed to protect vulnerable people from being deprived of their liberty inappropriately are not being properly implemented, according the Mental Health Alliance.
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JulNew look NHS must deliver on mental health
The Government has outlined proposals to overhaul the structure of the NHS including transferring the responsibility for commissioning to GPs.