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For over fifty years we have been the voice of people severely affected by mental illness. Every year thousands of people see our media coverage, read our blogs and share the stories that matter to them. Take a look around our news and stories archive and be inspired today.
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Government launches 10 Year Plan for the NHS
04/07/2025
The government has published its long-awaited 10 Year Plan for the NHS, setting out how it plans to reform the health service over the next decade. Read our response here.
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Rates of people living with a common mental health condition on the rise in England
26/06/2025
More people in England are experiencing a common mental health condition, according to NHS data released today.
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Spending review: 'Troubling silence' on mental health waiting lists
11/06/2025
The chancellor has announced how funds will be divided across government departments in the coming years. Read our response here.
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Carers Week 2025: Carers putting health and jobs in second place due to lack of support
09/06/2025
New research by Carers UK has revealed that many carers are experiencing the development or worsening of health conditions, as they struggle to attend appointments due to their caring responsibilities. Read more here.
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We respond to second inquest into death of Jodey Whiting
03/06/2025
A coroner has ruled a disabled woman died by suicide after the DWP cut her benefits. Read our response here.
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Our response to a new report calling on the DWP to protect people who claim benefits
15/05/2025
MPs in the Work and Pensions Committee have called for the benefits system to have a legal duty to safeguard vulnerable claimants.
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“You don’t have to be guided by the voices you hear” – Robert’s story
25/07/2025
For National Schizophrenia Awareness Day, Robert shares his journey with schizophrenia. He reflects on his symptoms and offers hope to people living with psychosis.
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“I have the right to feel” – Iona’s story
14/07/2025
Iona sheds light on living with a form of borderline personality disorder (BPD) where emotional distress or intensity is directed inwards. By practicing self-compassion and acceptance, Iona is able to have more peaceful days.
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“I felt like such a failure” – Emma’s story
08/07/2025
Although Emma was excited about her newborn, she developed postnatal depression after a traumatic birth and found her eating disorder symptoms creep back up. With support from a postnatal charity, she is now in a safer place.
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“The siblings carry a huge weight” – Eleanor’s story
06/06/2025
Eleanor has been supporting her sister, who is living with schizophrenia, since 1968. With Rethink Mental Illness, she works as a Siblings Support Group Coordinator, holding a very unique space for other sisters and brothers in similar situations.
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“I didn’t realise for a very long time that I’d been a carer” – Jonathan’s story
06/06/2025
Jonathan supported his mother with various mental health conditions since childhood, but only recently realised he was her carer. He now works with our Rethink Companions service, supporting carers to lead fulfilling lives.
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“It’s only me that knows the history of his illness” – Stella’s story
06/06/2025
Stella first heard of Rethink Mental Illness five years ago, when her husband was hospitalised. Accessing our Bristol Carers Service has given her opportunities for respite and peer support.
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“I have learnt to give myself some grace” – Millie’s story
04/06/2025
Millie experienced depression, self-harm and undiagnosed ADHD (attention deficit hyperactive disorder) during her adolescence. After five years, she has finally got her ADHD diagnosis and practices self-acceptance.
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What’s going on with the Welfare Bill?
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.
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Rates of people living with a common mental health condition on the rise in England - something needs to change
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.
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“No wrong door”: How a train station wellbeing hub is saving lives
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.
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"Being detained is never someone’s life plan, but reforms to the Mental Health Act could help people move forward"
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.
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MPs release a new report calling on DWP to protect people claiming benefits
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?
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An open letter to the Prime Minister
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.
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