Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Phil Wilson and Norman Lamb

Tuesday 23rd October 2012 Commons Chamber

[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?