Labour commits to providing mental health support for the lockdown generation
Wes Streeting emphasized that children and young people have had their mental health affected by lockdown, and he believes the nation has a responsibility to assist them.
Labour believes that the lockdown generation, whose future has been severely impacted, are owed a debt by Britain. The shadow health secretary has promised to enhance mental health services for children and young individuals.
Mr. Streeting acknowledged the sacrifice made by the young during the pandemic to protect the elderly and highlighted the damaging effects of lockdown on their mental health. He expressed concerns about the long-term impact on children’s mental well-being.
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Labour’s manifesto, published on Thursday, describes a mental health epidemic affecting the lives of children and young individuals.
The manifesto promises to offer access to mental health professionals in every school to address issues before they escalate.
Mr. Streeting visited a men’s mental health charity to discuss Labour’s plan to address the mental health crisis and its impact on the workforce. The party hopes to help individuals return to work by improving mental health services.
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Owen Evans and PA Media contributed to this report.
