Mental Health Outcomes (Measurement) Bill

A Bill to require the Secretary of State to record certain statistics relating to people receiving treatments for mental health conditions; and for connected purposes.

Originating House

House of Commons

Last Updated

15 May 2014

In Plain English

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This bill would require the Secretary of State to record statistics about people who receive treatment for mental health conditions. It aims to improve how data on mental health treatment is measured and used for policy, planning and accountability. The proposal is currently being debated in the House of Commons at the second reading stage.

Key Points

The core duty is to record statistics relating to people receiving mental health treatments.
The data collection is intended to support monitoring, reporting and policy making for mental health services.
It includes provision for related or 'connected' purposes beyond the main requirement.
Originates in the House of Commons and is currently at the second reading stage in the Commons.

Progress

The bill is at the second reading in the House of Commons. If it progresses, it would normally move on to committee stage for detailed scrutiny.

Who is affected?

People receiving treatment for mental health conditionsFamilies and carers of those peopleMental health professionals and NHS staffNHS trusts and other healthcare providers delivering mental health careData researchers, statisticians and public bodies involved in health data

Generated 21 February 2026

Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Mental Health Outcomes (Measurement)

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.

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.

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