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Mental Health · United KingdomSTAFF shortages and lack of beds are causing an increase in demand for mental healthcare services services according to a “deeply disappointing” report by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Higher thresholds for admission are also leading to long waits for mental healthcare, according to the CQC’s annual report into the use of the Mental Health Act published today, 29 January 2026.
The Monitoring the Mental Health Act 2024/2025 report, which was…See the Story
"Deeply Disappointing" Report Reveals People Are Still Waiting Too Long for Mental Healthcare

NHS · EnglandHealth service leaders have warned that the NHS remains under severe strain despite some improvements in emergency care performance, as hospitals continue to grapple with dangerous bed occupancy levels, thousands of patients stuck in wards awaiting discharge, and surging norovirus infections that threaten to compound an already challenging winter period. Responding to the latest NHS urgent and emergency care situation reports, Rory Deighton, acu…See the Story
NHS Remains Under Pressure Despite Drop in Flu Levels

NHS · WalesConcerns over workforce pressures, social care and long waits resonate strongly in Pembrokeshire The health of the nation must be placed at the heart of the next Welsh Government’s agenda, NHS leaders have warned, as the countdown to the Senedd election reaches 100 days. With health and the NHS consistently ranked among the public’s top priorities, NHS leaders across Wales are urging all political parties to commit to five major changes aimed at…See the Story