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How much is spent on mental health?
The NHS mental health budget has increased, but not enough to meet the 56% rise in demand since 2016/17. In 2022/23, mental health services received around £17 billion, about 11% of the total NHS budget. Dr Smith's call highlights the gap between this funding and the growing need for support.
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