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This #WorldMentalHealthDay we are announcing an initial investment of £27 million to support mental health research teams in 9 regions across England. The investment will: 🙋 give more people the opportunity to take part in mental health research, improving diversity in mental health studies 💚 in turn this will lead to better treatments 🤝 and support for people who need them most The new funding is part of a pipeline that aims to establish up to 10 Mental Health Research Groups (MHRGs) in areas of the country where there is currently very little mental health research taking place. The first 2 new MHRGs will be based at University of Bath and University of Hull. Baroness Merron, Minister for Mental Health, Department of Health and Social Care said: "Mental illness is one of the biggest challenges we face, but most research into these conditions hasn't reflected the breadth of experiences faced by different communities in different parts of the UK. "There's no 'one-size-fits-all' solution to mental health, so it's really important that health leaders in Yorkshire and elsewhere have the evidence they need, based on research, to provide the most effective care. "We're committed to giving mental health the focus it deserves, and this funding is a huge step forward for mental health research right across the country.” Find out more ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eux6CF33 Lucy Chappell