40 Accepted in Part

We recommend that each Government Department, led by the Department of Health and Social Care...

Recommendation
We recommend that each Government Department, led by the Department of Health and Social Care should set out specific, measurable objectives for mental health promotion in each policy area. This should include policies that aim to build mental health resilience in the population as a whole, as well as specific interventions targeted at those who have the greatest mental health need. (Paragraph 173) 62 Children and young people’s mental health
Government Response Summary
The government accepts the recommendation in part, planning to launch a public discussion paper to inform a new longer-term mental health strategy. This strategy aims to drive a wide-ranging conversation about improving mental health and wellbeing.
Government Response
Accepted in Part
HM Government Accepted in Part
We accept this recommendation in part. As set out in the introduction, the Department plans to launch a public discussion paper later this year to inform the development of a new longer term mental health strategy. This will set us up for a wide-ranging and ambitious conversation about potential solutions to improve mental health and wellbeing, both within and beyond Government and the NHS. We also want to challenge business, local authorities and other sectors to bring commitments to the table.
Addressee Bodies
Department of Health and Social Care
Timeline
Recommendation age 4.6 yrs
Report published 09 Dec 2021