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Scotland's Underfunded Mental Health Cuts Lives, Labour Pitches 24/7 Service

5/4/2026

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Scottish psychiatrists warn underinvestment makes people with severe mental illness die 15-20 years earlier.
The Royal College of Psychiatrists in Scotland urges equal funding, access and accountability for mental and physical health.
Clare Haughey says the NHS mental health budget exceeds £1.5 billion.
Labour deputy leader Dame Jackie Baillie says a Labour government would launch a 24/7 emergency mental health service.

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Scottish psychiatrists warn underinvestment makes people with severe mental illness die 15-20 years earlier.
The Royal College of Psychiatrists in Scotland urges equal funding, access and accountability for mental and physical health.
Clare Haughey says the NHS mental health budget exceeds £1.5 billion.
Labour deputy leader Dame Jackie Baillie says a Labour government would launch a 24/7 emergency mental health service.