KEYNOTE: Mental Health in the NHS: the Tension Between Operating Priorities and Ambitions for Transformation
Time: 13:30 - 14:30
Date: 3 June 2026
Theatre: Main Theatre
3-june-2026 13:30
3-june-2026 14:30
Europe/London
KEYNOTE: Mental Health in the NHS: the Tension Between Operating Priorities and Ambitions for Transformation
What’s happening in mental health policy? We’re in a period of significant change in health policy, with more changes to strategy, direction and system architecture than we’ve seen in years. Every element of change, from the abolition of NHS England, the development of neighbourhood as a core component of healthcare delivery and the consideration of
Design in Mental HealthSynopsis
What’s happening in mental health policy? We’re in a period of significant change in health policy, with more changes to strategy, direction and system architecture than we’ve seen in years. Every element of change, from the abolition of NHS England, the development of neighbourhood as a core component of healthcare delivery and the consideration of new payment mechanisms has a direct impact in mental health services, but mental health is less prominent in national policy and political discussion than it has been for some time.
What are the implications of current policy thinking for mental health services and improving community mental health support? How can innovative, person-centred design fit into government ambitions for a left shift in health services, care closer to home and a more digitally enabled mental health system?
Speakers
Rebecca Gray Director, Mental Health Network - The NHS Alliance
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