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Mental Health Services: Schools

Asked by Ben Obese-JectyConservativeDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled Answered 15 October 2024UIN 6833

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what plans he has for spending on mental health support in schools; and if he will provide a breakdown of projected spending by (a) local authority area and (b) spending type.

Answered by Stephen Kinnock

The Department is working across the Government to deliver our commitment of a specialist mental health professional in every school. We need to ensure any support meets the needs of young people, teachers, parents, and carers which is why we are exploring a range of options. This includes existing programmes of support with evidence of a positive impact, such as Mental Health Support Teams in schools and colleges.

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