An NHS scheme that helps people receiving mental health support with their employment is to be rolled out nationally
, the Department of Work and Pensions has announced. An investment of £122 million is being made to expand the service so people with common mental health problems have access to an employment adviser.
There is strong evidence to suggest that being in work helps people with their mental health, the DWP said, so supporting more people into work 'will help individuals' prosperity and the economy as a whole'.Work and Pensions Secretary Chloe Smith said: "On World Mental Health Day, it is important to recognise the virtuous circle between health and work – we know that giving people the support they need to work is very good for their long-term health.
"Helping people access both clinical support for their mental health as well as employment advice gives them the tools they need to get into or return to work. This is vital to helping drive down inactivity and growing our economy so we can deliver more money and support for public services such as these."
Claire Murdoch, NHS national mental health director, said: "The NHS is committed to keep doing its part to support those with mental health issues who want to work, and offering employment advice from experienced advisers through our talking therapies services across the country is a fantastic and important development, especially in times of economic challenges and increased need for mental health support.
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