DHSC prioritsing early intervention, says Minister
Demand keeps on outstripping what can be provided, according to the health minister.
David Ashford made the statement in regard to mental health on the Island, despite £3million of additional funding being put toward the issue.
He says the department is working towards early intervention:
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