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Rural communities face inaccessible NHS mental health services due to centralisation, transport, and connectivity
Conclusion
We conclude that NHS mental health services are often not fairly accessible for rural communities, with centralised services creating barriers to access, compounded by poor rural transport and weak digital connectivity.
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Government Response
A response document is linked to this report, dated 3 November 2023. Response attribution to this conclusion has not been verified. Read the response document.
Addressee Bodies
Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs
Timeline
Recommendation age
3.3 yrs
Report published
18 May 2023