Three mental health charities will host a General Election hustings event in Edinburgh on Tuesday to discuss mental health policies with the five Scottish political parties.
Change Mental Health, Penumbra Mental Health and Health in Mind have all joined forces to organise the hustings event, taking place at the Augustine United Church in Edinburgh on Tuesday 18 June. Although mental health is devolved to The Scottish Parliament, all three charities are emphasising that political parties must prioritise and improve mental health.
A recent survey from Change Mental Health’s sister charity, Rethink Mental Illness, found that 4 in 10 people say mental health will be important in shaping their decision on which party to vote for at the General Election on 4th July 2024.
The hustings event on mental health will be an opportunity for people to have their voice heard on improving and prioritising mental health and wellbeing across the country.
Representatives will be available from the SNP, Labour, Conservatives, Liberal Democrats and the Greens.
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