Mental health support for children and young people
The government has, today (12 May), announced that young people will benefit from additional mental health support in their schools, colleges and universities,
To mark Mental Health Awareness Week, the Department for Education has announced £7 million funding for schools and colleges to train a senior mental health lead.
Up to 8,000 more schools and colleges will be able to apply for a training grant by the end of this financial year, which will support them to promote and support the mental health and wellbeing of all pupils.
Announcement: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/increased-mental-health-support-for-children-and-young-people