28 May 2026 / Working lives
The UK government has published its interim Young People and Work Report (commonly referred to as the ‘Milburn Review’) which examined the challenges young people are experiencing with the UK’s job market. This is the Mental Health Foundation's response.
27 May 2026 / Online lives and digital well-being
We've published our response to the UK government's Growing Up in the Online World consultation
15 May 2026 / Challenging mental health inequalities
Our event during Mental Health Awareness Week brought together people from across the mental health sector, to create a shared space to discuss our common goal: improving mental health
15 May 2026 / Prevention resources and tools
The Mental Health Foundation is encouraging more people to get outdoors after new polling revealed that one in three (30%) UK adults spend time in nature to support their mental health. Naturalist, author and TV presenter Chris Packham supports the Mental Health Foundation’s call for more people to enjoy nature.
15 May 2026 / Challenging mental health inequalities
The government has announced a call for evidence to feed into a new cross-government plan for addressing levels of poor mental health in England. Responding to the announcement, Mark Rowland, Chief Executive at Mental Health Foundation, said:
“This is a big moment for England’s mental health...
13 May 2026 / Prevention resources and tools
In our third data release for Mental Health Awareness Week, we highlight the harmful coping habits being used in Wales.
12 May 2026 / Online lives and digital well-being
Users of sharing app Olio, which helps people save money, cut waste, and connect with their community, are discovering unexpected benefits including improved mood, a renewed sense of purpose, and stronger community connections.
12 May 2026 / Prevention resources and tools
We've released more data, looking at people in Scotland's use of unhealthy coping mechanisms when “stressed, anxious, or low.”
11 May 2026 / Prevention resources and tools
New data we released today has revealed widespread use of unhealthy coping mechanisms by people when they are “stressed, anxious, or low.”
7 May 2026 / Working lives
Mark Rowland, Chief Executive of Mental Health Foundation, today announced he will be stepping down from the role in September 2026.
