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Major expansion of community mental health support across England

£343 million plan will open 159 NHS mental health centres in England, giving people earlier local support and specialist crisis care outside A&E.

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Patients with motor neurone disease set for fast-tracked care

Health and Social Care Secretary announces faster access to care and support for motor neurone disease patients during a visit to the Rob Burrow Centre.

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Government takes action to crack down on rogue funeral operators

Urgent work to take place to protect bereaved families.

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NHS and industry join forces on next generation of hospitals

NHS trusts and construction partners have signed agreements to deliver the next phase of the New Hospital Programme.

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