Part of the debate – in the Senedd on 6 October 2021.
Motion NDM7793 as amended:
To propose that the Senedd:
1. Notes that Sunday 10 October is world mental health day.
2. Recognises the impact of COVID-19 on mental health support and mental health inequalities.
3.Notes the commitment to review the evidence, data and current service provision around all age self-harm in Wales.
4. Welcomes the Welsh Government's continued commitment to:
a) implement recommendations from the Fifth Senedd's Children, Young People and Education Committee’s reports, 'Mind over Matter' and 'Mind over Matter: Two years on';
b) strengthen and publish mental health waiting time data and improve performance across Wales;
c) a national roll-out of 24-hour mental health crisis support;
d) a clear mental health workforce plan.
5. Calls on the Welsh Government to ensure the reform of the UK Mental Health Act is fit for Wales and aligns with current related legislation in Wales.