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House of Commons · Ministers' Questions

Mental Ill Health: West Yorkshire

Tuesday 11 July 2023 · 4 questions

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

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Answered 0 Partly answered 4 Not answered 0

Key points

  • NHS West Yorkshire integrated care boards spent over 591 million on mental health services in the past financial year.
  • Red Kite View is a new unit in Leeds North East constituency for young people with mental ill health, aiming to eliminate out-of-area placements.
  • The Night OWLS helpline has been set up for children and young people in West Yorkshire, open between 8 pm and 8 am seven days a week.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Fabian Hamilton Lab Leeds North East
NHS
Context

The MP asked about the adequacy of treatments in West Yorkshire after noting increased investment by NHS integrated care boards.

Question

What assessment has been made of the adequacy of treatments for complex mental health illnesses in West Yorkshire?

Answer from Maria Caulfield

NHS West Yorkshire integrated care boards have increased their investment in mental health services, spending over £591 million on mental health services in the past financial year.

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Not addressed: Did not address whether the treatment adequacy is sufficient for complex cases

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Q2 Fabian Hamilton Lab Leeds North East
Education Mental Health Children & Families
Context

The MP referenced a constituent's granddaughter with complex mental health problems and the impact of years of funding cuts, commending Roundhay high school for support.

Question

Will the Minister join me in commending Roundhay high school for its support to families and commit to delivering effective children's education, health and care plans?

Answer from Maria Caulfield

I pay tribute to the school in the hon. Gentleman's constituency; Red Kite View is a new unit specifically for young people with mental ill health in his constituency, aiming to eliminate out-of-area placements.

Partly answered

Not addressed: Did not commit to delivering effective children's education, health and care plans

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Q3 Charles Walker Con
Mental Health
Context

The MP asked about the Government's response to the Joint Committee on the Draft Mental Health Bill and requested a mental health Bill in the King's Speech.

Question

Can we have a mental health Bill in the forthcoming King's Speech?

Answer from Maria Caulfield

We are working through the recommendations from pre-legislative scrutiny and hope to respond fully shortly after the summer recess.

Partly answered

Not addressed: Did not commit to having a mental health Bill in the King's Speech

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Q4 Rosena Allin-Khan Lab Tooting
Mental Health Children & Families
Context

The MP highlighted long waiting lists for mental health treatment in West Yorkshire, questioning the Minister on whether the situation is acceptable.

Question

Does the Minister find it acceptable that 30,000 children are currently stuck waiting for mental health treatment and more than 9,000 people have had their referrals closed without accessing treatment? If not, what will her Government do about it?

Answer from Maria Caulfield

The Night OWLS helpline has been set up for children and young people in West Yorkshire, open between 8 pm and 8 am seven days a week. Additionally, there are over 400 mental health support teams in schools covering 3 million children.

Partly answered

Not addressed: Did not address whether the situation is acceptable or what specific action will be taken

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