Minesh PatelSector leader
associate director for evidence, advocacy and performance at Mind
Cited in UK press coverage of health & social care
1 citation
Across 1 topic, first on 27 Aug 2026.
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“The scale of demand and the unmet need set out in this report is deeply concerning. With more than 1 million children now referred to mental health services, but many waiting months or years for support, it's clear that the system is struggling to respond to the mental health challenges that young people are experiencing.”
associate director for evidence, advocacy and performance at Mind · Hospital discharge / bed-blocking · 27 Aug 2026 · England facing children’s mental health ‘crisis’ as referrals hit 1m ↗
Source references
- England facing children’s mental health ‘crisis’ as referrals hit 1mtheguardian.com · 27 Aug 2026
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