Shaun Robinson: Mental Health Foundation CEO on the Government's new 5-year plan to lower suicide rates

The Mike Hosking Breakfast - A podcast by Newstalk ZB

The Government's having another crack at mental health, allocating $36 million to suicide prevention.  Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey's unveiled a five-year approach for addressing high suicide rates.   The new Suicide Prevention Plan includes strengthening the workforce, targeting higher-risk populations, and improving community care.   But Mental Health Foundation CEO Shaun Robinson told Mike Hosking they remain in a very resource-constrained environment.  He says everyone will do their best with what's available from the Government, but a lot more is needed.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.