Liberal Democrats focus on the mental health of children and the NHS workforce welcomed by BPS

The manifesto pledges from the Liberal Democrats to establish mental health hubs for young people, and to support the wellbeing of the NHS workforce, have been welcomed by the British Psychological Society. 

Commenting on the manifesto's launch, Dr Roman Raczka, President-Elect of the British Psychological Society said: 

"It is encouraging to see the Liberal Democrats taking the mental health of all our children and young people seriously. Prevention is more cost-effective than cure. The national rollout of early intervention hubs will go a long way to support young people's mental health and wellbeing. Committing to adding a dedicated mental health professional in every school, echoes our calls for the expansion of the educational psychology workforce. 

"We also welcome the Liberal Democrats renewed focus on the NHS workforce with a ten-year commitment to a staff retention plan and a social care workforce plan. 

"Recent reports show an increasingly burnt out and demoralised workforce. It is imperative therefore that any recruitment and retention plans ensure NHS and social care staff have access to psychologically led mental health support."

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This general election, Psychology Matters. All political parties must ensure they take a psychological approach to policymaking which places people first. Read the BPS's manifesto for the 2024 General Election.