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UK Launches 24/7 Mental Health Clinics to Reduce Wait Times

2/12/2026

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In 2025, the National Health Service (NHS) opened 24/7 mental health crisis clinics in the United Kingdom to cut hospital wait times.
In 2024, about 250,000 people sought mental health help in accident and emergency (A&E), with many waiting over 12 hours.
The clinics guarantee a mental health specialist will see patients within 10 minutes to enable early intervention.
The program aims to improve outcomes and connect patients to community resources.

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Story summary

In 2025, the National Health Service (NHS) opened 24/7 mental health crisis clinics in the United Kingdom to cut hospital wait times.
In 2024, about 250,000 people sought mental health help in accident and emergency (A&E), with many waiting over 12 hours.
The clinics guarantee a mental health specialist will see patients within 10 minutes to enable early intervention.
The program aims to improve outcomes and connect patients to community resources.