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Access to Mental Health Services Bill

A Bill to provide for establishing maximum waiting times and establishing standards for access to evidence-based psychological therapies for those with mental health problems; and for connected purposes.

Originating House

House of Commons

Parliament last updated

15 May 2014

In Plain English

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If passed, the bill would set maximum waiting times for accessing mental health services and establish clear standards for getting evidence-based psychological therapies. It aims to ensure people with mental health problems receive timely, appropriate care and outlines related measures to support service delivery.

Key Points

  • Establishes maximum waiting times for accessing mental health services.
  • Sets standards for access to evidence-based psychological therapies.
  • Applies to people with mental health problems and the services that provide care.
  • Includes related provisions to support the delivery and improvement of mental health services.

Progress

The bill is at the second reading in the House of Commons. Its origin is the Commons, with the first reading having taken place in 2013.

Who is affected?

People with mental health problemsMental health service providers (NHS and other providers delivering NHS-funded care)Families and carers of people with mental health problems

Generated 21 February 2026

Bill Stages

1st readingCommons

10 Sept 2013

2nd readingCommons
Committee stageCommons
Report stageCommons
3rd readingCommons
1st readingLords
2nd readingLords
Committee stageLords
Report stageLords
3rd readingLords
Royal Assent

Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Access to Mental Health Services

1 Jan 1970
The Bill failed to complete its passage through Parliament before the end of the session. This means the Bill will make no further progress.

Documents (1)

Bill 106 2013-2014, as introduced
BillCommons
10 Jan 2014

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.