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Phil Wilson
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(12 years, 1 month ago)
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Norman Lamb
May I first pay tribute to my hon. Friend’s work in this area? He has been really impressive and dedicated in his work. I absolutely agree with him about the importance of ensuring access to mental health services for children and adolescents. In fact, the Government are investing over £50 million over a four-year period through the children and young people’s improving access to psychological therapies programme and, critically, involving schools and colleges in that work. I would be very happy to work with my hon. Friend to improve access for children and young people.
Phil Wilson (Sedgefield) (Lab)
Will the Minister confirm that funding for children’s mental health services has actually been cut?