Andy Burnham’s plan for 100 new mental health centres explained

Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleIn The Room | Who's winning the summer? Burnham, Badenoch and Farage assessedThe government has announced plans to open new 100 mental health centres across England, located in local libraries, banks, and other high street premises. These community centres will offer walk-in support, allowing members of the public to access help without needing a medical referral, aiming to provide earlier, closer-to-home care. Additionally, 59 dedicated mental health emergency departments will be created, ensuring individuals experiencing a mental health crisis receive specialist care in a calm environment, rather than in overcrowded general A&Es. Prime minister Andy Burnham described the new centres as a "lifeline" for thousands of patients currently facing long waits for mental health support. Backed by £343 million, the initiative will see the first sites open in autumn this year, with further facilities planned from March 2027, as part of a broader Mental Health Strategy. In fullPM promises ‘high street’ mental health centres to open in banks and librariesMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

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