A new campaign titled 'Future Minds' has been launched by various organizations, including the Children and Young People’s Mental Health Coalition, calling on the UK Government to prioritize mental health reforms and investments in the upcoming Spending Review and 10 Year NHS Plan.

Key recommendations from the Future Minds campaign include increasing investment in mental health services to meet 70% of diagnosable needs by the end of the current Parliament.

The campaign comes in response to alarming statistics indicating that over 20% of children in England are now facing diagnosable mental health problems, a significant health, social, and economic concern as of February 2025.

Currently, the NHS only supports about 40% of children who need mental health services, with even fewer receiving the appropriate care necessary for their conditions.

This inadequate capacity within the mental health system often leads young people to reach crisis points, which in turn increases the demand for emergency services.

The long-term implications of childhood mental health issues are severe, with projections estimating a staggering £1 trillion in lost earnings for this generation, which could impede government growth plans.

Additional proposals from the campaign advocate for the full rollout of Mental Health Support Teams and the establishment of open access mental health services in every community.

The campaign also calls for the creation of a comprehensive workforce plan for mental health and a rapid review of the causes behind the rise in mental health issues among children.

Emphasizing the urgency of the situation, the article highlights that investing in children's mental health is essential for fostering a healthier future society, urging immediate governmental action.

Furthermore, the campaign seeks to boost funding for local governments to enhance prevention and early intervention efforts in mental health.