If you’re feeling confused and frustrated by the handling of the government’s Welfare Bill, so are we. But here’s what you need to know, and how we plan to continue to fight for people living with mental illness. 

More people in England are experiencing a common mental health condition, according to NHS data released today. The figures demand a shift in thinking and demonstrate that the policy failings of the last decade are coming home to roost.

Since launching in May 2025, The Hub, founded by Rethink Mental Illness and West Midland Trains, has opened its doors to dozens of people in the Wolverhampton area, offering life-changing mental health support.

As the new Mental Health Bill finally enters the House of Commons this week, Ian from Rethink Mental Illness shares his experience of the Mental Health Act, and how the proposed changes could make a difference to people’s lives. 

MPs in the Work and Pensions Committee have called for the benefits system to have a legal duty to safeguard vulnerable claimants. Why is this important for mental health?

Unless we see change, England's mental health crisis is going to get worse. Alongside 36 other organisations, we've written an open letter to the Prime Minister calling for a strategy addressing rising mental illness, suicide, and people out of work.

A team of 33 took on the London Marathon for Rethink Mental Illness on Sunday 27 April, shattering a record for us. We want to send them all the biggest thank you imaginable.  

Nigel Farage has claimed that doctors are “massively over-diagnosing” children with mental health conditions, and special educational needs and disabilities. Let us be frank. This view is misguided, harmful, and totally out of touch.

We are sad to say that Rethink Mental Illness has lost a dear friend and former trustee. Eve Thompson was a well respected carer and leader of the charity known for her compassion for users and carers.

The Office for National Statistics have released suicide and self-harm data for LGB+ people in England and Wales for the first time ever. The numbers paint a grave picture.

Author and BBC Radio presenter Horatio Clare shares his thoughts with us on receiving a mental health diagnosis, three ways he would change the mental health system, and the power of writing on his recovery. 

A 25% National Incense (NI) Tax on the "well-dodge" products sold to help people manage their mental wellbeing could raise billions to fund research into evidence-based support and treatments.

The government has announced £5 billion cuts in a planned reform of the social security system. We are incredibly concerned that these reforms could trigger hardship and suffering for those of us severely affected by mental illness.

Our message to the government ahead of planned cuts to the social security system: Instead of punishing people living with mental illness, listen to us and commit to meaningful reform.

“The crisis in the nation’s mental health is very real. No one is in receipt of welfare benefits for a mental health condition who has not been diagnosed by an experienced health care professional.”

The Prime Minister has announced that NHS England has been abolished. But what does that mean for mental health provision across the country?

We are thrilled to announced that London rapper Shocka is the newest Rethink Mental Illness ambassador. With experience of living with schizophrenia and being detained under the Mental Health Act, Shocka will work closely with our equity and racial justice team.

TV soap EastEnders is set to air a storyline where character Phil Mitchell experiences depression with psychotic symptoms, with input from Rethink Mental Illness and other charities.

It's Time to Talk Day - the nation’s biggest mental health conversation. We asked our lived experience volunteers how they would want someone to start a supportive conversation about mental health.

We are delighted to announce that we have been shortlisted for the Charity or Not-For-Profit of the Year at the British Diversity Awards for our work to become truly anti-racist.

Do you have experience living with mental illness, or of caring for someone who does? If so, you've got a chance to help shape the future of community mental health services in England.

If someone discloses a mental illness to you, showing that you care and asking what you can do to help could mean the world.

Christmas can be a magical time for many. But it can be a stressful time for others. Read our tips on looking after your mental health over Christmas.

Transgender people in England are five times more likely to have a long-term mental health condition than cisgender people. For Transgender Awareness Week we have some tips to maintain wellbeing.

After losing his dad to suicide, Kev Betts' life changed direction. 20 years on, he co-runs the company launching Run Up to Christmas: a brand new fundraising event for Rethink Mental Illness.

The government announced changes to the Work Capability Assessment in the Autumn Budget. Jonathan Andrew, Head of Public Affairs at Rethink, looks at how they impact people living with mental illness.

After years of campaigning, consulting and amending, the new Mental Health Bill was introduced to Parliament on 6 November 2024. This is a huge step towards modernising the dated Mental Health Act.  

Rethink Mental Illness and MQ Mental Health Research recently held a roundtable discussion about the challenges faced the in mental health research sector.

This week is Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Awareness Week. We're here to tell the truth about a common, yet misunderstood condition.

For #BlackHistoryMonth, Peter wrote about the impact of this summer's UK race riots on the mental health of the Black community.

BBC Garden Rescue presenter, Chris Hull, is backing Let's Rethink, our campaign to encourage more people to rethink their preconceptions and stigma towards people severely affected by mental illness.

Rethink Mental Illness launches new campaign, Let's Rethink, encouraging more people to rethink their preconceptions and stigma towards people severely affected by mental illness.

40% of Britons think a 10-minute slot with their GP is not enough time, according to the Guardian. But there are a few steps you can take to prepare for an appointment about your mental health.

Do you know anyone who's done some amazing campaigning to support people living with mental illness in the last 12 months? Nominate them (or yourself) for a 2024 Janey Antoniou Award and a chance to win £1,000.

The Care Quality Commission has published a report highlighting the fundamental failures in Valdo Calocane’s mental health care, which contributed to the tragic deaths of Grace O’Malley-Kumar, Barnaby Webber, and Ian Coates last summer.

My name’s Jake, and I’m running 100 marathons in 100 days to raise money for Rethink Mental Illness. Why? That’s a very good question.

Four ambitious influencers are taking on the huge challenge of completing six half marathons in one year for Rethink Mental Illness.

Rethink Mental Illness and Black Minds Matter have partnered to shine a light on the unique intersection of race and mental health for the Black community.

Rethink Mental Illness is delighted at the inclusion of the Mental Health Bill in today's King's Speech - marking a commitment to reforming the outdated Mental Health Act.

The developers of a video game raising awareness of psychosis has donated £7,000 to Rethink Mental Illness. Ninja Theory, based in Cambridge, gave the generous gift after the release of Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II.

Until we address the issues under the surface, we will continue to see increased demand on overstretched public services.

We’re fed up of the stigma people living with mental illness still have to endure. We asked people what misconception about their condition frustrates them most.

For Mental Health Awareness Week, Rethink Mental Illness featured on BBC News to discuss the benefits of exercising with a mental illness and the barriers to doing so.

We have partnered with industry-leading fitness company FitPro to remove the barriers to exercise for people living with mental illness.

We asked people on social media what they wanted the world to know about living with a mental illness for Mental Health Awareness Week.

We are honoured to share that we are one of three charities left a gift in the will of beloved author and illustrator Raymond Briggs CBE, a lifetime member of our charity. 

A squad of superstar runners tackled the iconic London Marathon 2025 to raise over £61,000 for Rethink Mental Illness.

A team of 37 runners tackled the London Landmarks Half Marathon on Sunday 7 April and raised a whopping £22,828 for Rethink Mental Illness.

We are delighted to announce that Rethink Mental Illness & North West London ICB has been officially named as the “Gold” winner of the Best Mental Health Partnership with the NHS at the HSJ Partnership Awards 2024.

The Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, Mel Stride, today said to the Daily Telegraph that "mental health culture has gone too far”. We disagree.

For Young Carers Action Day we found out what it's really like being a young carer for someone living with mental illness.

For #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek, our social media team asked young people living with mental illness to share tips for being there for the young people in your life.

Over 500 people in Leek were treated to a stunning wellbeing Christmas light show this week courtesy of the team at the John Hall Wellness Gardens.

The government recently released a series of new welfare and employment policies that may be distressing for many. We strongly oppose the approach to getting people back into work and the potential loss of financial support for people living with mental illness.

Our work to become a truly diverse, inclusive and anti-racist organisation has been recognised with a nomination at the Inclusive Awards 2023.

Rethink Mental Illness has installed revolutionary suicide safeguarding software to all staff devices.

A look at the positives and negatives coming out of the government's long-term plan for the NHS workforce and how it will affect people living with mental illness.

Julia Aggio, Senior Policy Officer for Rethink Mental Illness, discusses the government’s recent Health and Disability White Paper.