mental health
Councils are focusing on Mental Health Act reforms, service provision, and safeguarding, with new funding and strategies being implemented.
Kingston Council's Health Overview and Scrutiny Panel discussed reforms to the Mental Health Act 2025 in July 2026, which aim to modernise legislation and enhance patient autonomy. A new code of practice is expected in 2027-2028, with a public consultation anticipated in early 2027. In July 2026, Camden Council's Cabinet approved a £5.5 million procurement strategy for community-based early intervention and prevention services over five years.
A new mental health centre in Tower Hamlets reported increased engagement from the Asian population and reduced inpatient bed use in July 2026. Brent's Safeguarding Adults Board approved new priorities in March 2026, including mental health and suicide prevention. Croydon Council committed £4 million to the voluntary sector for youth mental health initiatives in March 2026.
A report to Lewisham's Health and Wellbeing Board in March 2026 highlighted that autistic residents face difficulties accessing mental health services. In January 2026, a report to Redbridge's Health Scrutiny Sub-Committee noted that mental health patients experienced prolonged waits in A&E. Wandsworth's Health and Wellbeing Board discussed strategic priorities in September 2026.
Key facts
- Kingston Council's Health Overview and Scrutiny Panel discussed reforms to the Mental Health Act 2025 in July 2026. Source
- Camden Council's Cabinet approved a £5.5 million procurement strategy for mental health services in July 2026. Source
- A new mental health centre in Tower Hamlets saw a 38% boost in Asian community engagement in July 2026. Source
- Brent's Safeguarding Adults Board approved new priorities, including mental health and suicide prevention, in March 2026. Source
- Croydon Council committed £4 million for youth mental health initiatives in March 2026. Source
About this summary
This summary was written automatically from our published stories and the council meeting records they draw on. It describes what councils have discussed and decided; it does not take a view on any decision. Each key fact links to the story it comes from. Updated 30 September 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.