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Initial reaction: NSUN responds to the Pathways to Work Green Paper
We stand in solidarity with all who are affected by today’s announcements, as well as inflammatory news reporting on Disabled… more
Inquiry into Community Mental Health Services: What is it and how to contribute
In December 2024, Parliament announced a new inquiry to examine the state of community mental health services (CMHS). The inquiry… more
NSUN responds to plans for adult social care reform
What is the Government proposing? Last week, the Government announced a new independent commission to reform adult social care. The… more
NSUN responds to the Get Britain Working White Paper
On 26th November 2024, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) published a new document: the Get Britain Working White… more
NSUN responds to the Mental Health Bill announcement
We have learnt today that the Government plans to introduce changes to the Mental Health Act via a new Mental… more
NSUN responds to the Autumn Budget
NSUN would like to add its voice to those of the many groups working on mental ill-health, distress and trauma… more
NHS long term plan consultation: NSUN’s response and template for members
What is this consultation and how do I take part? On Monday the 21st of October, the Department of Health… more
NSUN responds to the Fraud, Error and Debt Bill: financial surveillance
NSUN has signed a joint letter to Liz Kendall MP, the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, opposing proposals… more
NSUN responds to the consultation on PIP reform
In July 2024 NSUN responded to a government consultation on reforms to Personal Independence Payment (PIP). The consultation, titled “Modernising… more
NSUN responds to the Cass Review
Last week, the final report from the Cass Review was published. At NSUN we stand in solidarity with trans people,… more
NSUN responds to the Spring Budget
On Wednesday 6th March, the Chancellor announced the Spring Budget. Here we respond to some of its key themes, focusing… more