Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN 101254

Mental Health Services: Children and Young People

Tabled: 17 December 2025
Answered: 5 January 2026

Question

Jenny Riddell-Carpenter

LabourSuffolk Coastal

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps he is taking to ensure timely access to mental health support for children and parents affected by family breakdown and parental alienation.

Answer

Dr Zubir Ahmed
The 10-Year Health Plan sets out ambitious plans to boost mental health support across the country, including for children and parents affected by family breakdown and parental alienation. This includes transforming mental health services into 24/7 neighb...

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