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Blair Urges Action on £300bn Mental Health Crisis

1/15/2025

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Tony Blair has raised alarms about the surge in self-diagnosed mental health issues in England, calling for an urgent public dialogue on the staggering £300bn annual cost. With nearly 37% of new disability claims linked to mental health, experts stress the necessity for government reforms to aid those affected and combat the roots of poverty.

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Tony Blair has raised alarms about the surge in self-diagnosed mental health issues in England, calling for an urgent public dialogue on the staggering £300bn annual cost. With nearly 37% of new disability claims linked to mental health, experts stress the necessity for government reforms to aid those affected and combat the roots of poverty.