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First-Aid (Mental Health)

23 March 2021 · 1 other contributor

Opened by Dean Russell Con Watford

EmploymentMental Health

Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.

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At a glance

Dean Russell raised concerns about first-aid (mental health) in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.

Key points

  • Moves a Bill to mandate mental health first aid training in workplaces
  • Citing the need for early intervention and support due to rising mental health issues since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic
  • Emphasizes that the proposal is not unrealistic and gives examples from his constituency of significant progress made

How the debate unfolded

MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said.

Opened the debate

Dean Russell Con Watford

Moves a Bill to mandate mental health first aid training in workplaces, citing the need for early intervention and support given rising mental health issues since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. He emphasises that the proposal is not unrealistic and provides examples from his constituency where significant progress has been made.

Other contributors (1)
  • Dean Russell Con Watford

    Argues for making mental health first aid training a legal requirement in workplaces to address rising rates of mental health issues, especially post-COVID. Emphasises that such measures will save and change lives by providing early intervention.

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