The Government is committed to
improving the mental health and well-being of the population. World
Class Commissioning offers many opportunities to support this priority
for the benefit of individuals, families and communities. The delivery
of wide-ranging and sustainable well-being and preventative services
needs to
span all agencies, recognising:
• different needs of diverse communities
• the need for action at different life stages and settings
• the wider determinants of mental health and illness.
New guidance
The International School for Communities, Rights and Inclusion (ISCRI)
is developing comprehensive guidance for primary care, mental health
and local authority commissioners; public health specialists; and
health providers including voluntary and third sector. Already
engaging with key partners, ISCRI is keen to consult as widely as
possible whilst taking the work forward. To get involved, please
contact: Karen Newbigging on 
07974 929367
.
Final drafts are expected in May with publication online of the new guidance scheduled for summer 2009.