Mental Health Services
Commons · Question 106643 · Tabled 19 Jan 2026 · Department of Health and Social Care · Official record
Answered 23 Feb 2026
Question
Asked by Lisa Smart
To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what assessment he has made of the adequacy of progress towards ensuring that all areas have a commissioned 24/7 community mental health crisis service; and what steps he is taking to support areas
Answer
Answered by Zubir Ahmed, 23 Feb 2026
While no such specific assessment has been made, integrated care boards, supported by regions, should maintain full 24/7 community mental health crisis coverage.To strengthen access to urgent mental health support, anyone in England experiencing a mental ...