Tier 3 services
Kingston upon Thames is currently addressing persistent concerns regarding waiting lists for children's mental health services.
A Health Overview and Scrutiny Panel meeting in Kingston upon Thames on 22 October 2026 heard that significant challenges persist in addressing the backlog of referrals for children and young people's mental health services, despite progress made.
The panel's discussion highlighted ongoing concerns about waiting lists for children and young people's mental health services, which include Tier 3 services providing intensive support. An independent review, published in March 2024, previously identified five key recommendations for service improvement.
Key facts
- Kingston's Health Overview and Scrutiny Panel met on 22 October 2026 to discuss children's mental health waiting lists. Source
- An independent review of children's mental health services was published in March 2024. Source
- The independent review identified five key recommendations for children's mental health services. Source
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