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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Rebecca Thomas

NHS fails on mental health care targets as waiting list rises to 1.2 million

The number of people waiting for community mental health care has risen to 1.2 million, with the NHS missing several targets, new data reveals.

The NHS England data found the figure for those waiting for a mental health follow-up appointment or learning disability service at the end of 2021-22 was up from 1.08 million at the end of quarter three.

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