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Challenging cuts to mental health and social care services
Advice and information |1 min read |Last updated: 19/03/2026
Sometimes local authorities or the NHS make cuts or closures to mental health services. It is possible for you to challenge this. This information suggests ways you can do this.
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How do I complain about the NHS or social services? In depth guide
Advice and information |1 min read |Last updated: 19/03/2026
This section explains how you can make a complaint about the NHS or social services and what support you can get.
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How can I access NHS mental health services?
1 min read |Last updated: 02/04/2026
How does mental illness affect daily life? Accessing NHS mental health services can seem daunting. But your options include visiting your GP, who can refer you to the right service, self-referral, and calling helplines. Visit your GP Your General Practitioner (GP) is usually the first point of contact. They can assess your needs and refer you to the...
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We respond to MPs' recommendations for community mental health services
1 min read |Last updated: 02/12/2025
The Health and Social Care Committee has warned that the government risks missing a 'golden opportunity' to transform community mental health services, following an inquiry into the issue which our charity gave evidence to. Mark Winstanley, Chief Executive of Rethink Mental Illness, said: “The Health and Social Care Committee’s report offers a troubling...
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Charity calls for investment in mental health services following annual CQC report
1 min read |Last updated: 25/10/2024
The Care Quality Commission has published its annual report on the state of care within health and social care services for 2023/24. Mark Winstanley, Chief Executive of Rethink Mental Illness, said: “People experiencing mental illness continue to be failed by lengthy waits for treatment and unsafe care, and we must be clear that there won’t be fundamental...
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NAO report shows mental health services struggling under the weight of inordinate pressure
1 min read |Last updated: 09/02/2023
The National Audit Office has published a report documenting the progress made to improve mental health services in England. Here, we respond to their findings. Mark Winstanley, Chief Executive, Rethink Mental Illness: “This is a snapshot of mental health services struggling under the weight of inordinate pressure. Important progress has been made...
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Involving people living with mental illness in the creation of their own services
Last updated: 08/12/2023
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Bristol Community Support Services
Services and Groups |Last updated: 03/03/2026
Bristol Community Services is a part of Bristol Services - Help when You Need It. We provide floating one-to-one support in the community to individuals aged 16+ within the area covered by Bristol City Council. We aim to make a positive difference in their lives.
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