Rethink Mental Illness welcomes new NHS director for mental health

Mark Winstanley, Chief Executive of Rethink Mental Illness, said:

“We congratulate Dr Nick Broughton on his appointment as the new National Priority Programme Director for Mental Health, Learning Disability and Neurodevelopmental Conditions. He brings extensive experience from a career spent working both on the ground and in leadership positions across various mental health services. We look forward to working with him to ensure that mental health is a priority for government, that people can access high-quality and timely treatment close to home, and that Mental Health Act reform is rolled out swiftly and successfully across services.”