Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Gagan Mohindra and Janet Daby

Monday 9th September 2024 Commons Chamber

[Mr Gagan Mohindra (South West Hertfordshire) (Con)]

The previous Conservative Government introduced mental health support teams in schools, and the impact of the covid-19 pandemic is still being felt by students, particularly regarding mental health. Will the Secretary of State commit to continuing those mental health support teams to ensure that students can access the mental health care that they need?

[Janet Daby]

I thank the shadow Minister for his question. As I have already outlined, this Government are committed to improving the mental health and wellbeing of children and young people, and we will provide access to specialist mental health professionals in every school.