Child mental health referrals exceed one million
Monday 29th June, 2026
In England referrals to child mental health services rose 10% to over one million in 2024–25, with anxiety the leading cause and long waits and inequalities reported.
This gives Lego a chance to talk about how play, schools and community programmes in the UK can help support children’s wellbeing and early intervention.
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This is a major, timely child mental health story where Lego could offer expert comment on play-based interventions, educational role-play and data on how constructive play supports wellbeing.
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