Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN 106643
Mental Health Services
Tabled: 19 January 2026
Answered: 23 February 2026
Question
Lisa Smart
Liberal Democrat — Hazel Grove
To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what assessment he has made of the adequacy of progress towards ensuring that all areas have a commissioned 24/7 community mental health crisis service; and what steps he is taking to support areas
Answer
Dr Zubir AhmedWhile no such specific assessment has been made, integrated care boards, supported by regions, should maintain full 24/7 community mental health crisis coverage.To strengthen access to urgent mental health support, anyone in England experiencing a mental ...
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