Shaun Robinson: Mental Health Foundation CEO on the Government's new 5-year plan to lower suicide rates
The Mike Hosking Breakfast · Newstalk ZB
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The Government's having another crack at mental health, allocating $36 million to suicide prevention.
Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey's unveiled a five-year approach for addressing high suicide rates.
The new Suicide Prevention Plan includes strengthening the workforce, targeting higher-risk populations, and improving community care.
But Mental Health Foundation CEO Shaun Robinson told Mike Hosking they remain in a very resource-constrained environment.
He says everyone will do their best with what's available from the Government, but a lot more is needed.
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