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Health · 6 August 2026

Almost 200 walk-in mental health hubs will open by 2029 for £343 million

Almost 200 walk-in mental health hubs will open by 2029 for £343 million

The government plans to open almost 200 community mental health centres and A&Es by 2029, with 100 in high street spots like banks and libraries. These hubs will offer immediate care for people in crisis, bringing together nurses, therapists, and support workers. The initiative is backed by £343 million, with the first sites opening this autumn.

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