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A review released this morning five years into a mental health support programme shows it is over 100,000 people off its target.
The Access and Choice scheme was first introduced in the 2019 Wellbeing Budget, with the goal of reaching 325,000 per year.
It reached 207,000 people in the 2023-24 year.
The programme's focus is on mild-to-moderate mental health issues, and while its been applauded for a positive impact on these services, industry leaders have accused it of poaching staff previously working at the severe end of need.
The Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission carried out the review, and the chief executive Karen Orsborn joins Kathryn.
