Department of Health and Social Care

The Government’s 2020-2021 mandate to NHS England and NHS Improvement

This document contains the government’s mandate to NHS England and NHS Improvement and confirms the objectives and budget for the year ahead. The financial directions provide further details on how NHS England’s budget is broken down.

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News

Older people encouraged to ditch “stiff upper lip” approach to mental ill health

NHS England and Age UK have joined forces in a campaign to encourage older people to access treatment for mental health conditions, as new analysis shows a majority of older people do not seek help.  New data reveals that more than six in 10 people in the UK aged over 65 or over have experienced depression and anxiety.

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