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Key target hit with 8,500 extra mental health workers in the NHS
Thousands more therapists, psychiatrists and mental health nurses are working in the health service.
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Tobacco and Vapes Bill becomes law
The next generation will be smoke-free as Tobacco and Vapes Bill is granted Royal Assent.
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Firefighters to benefit from bespoke health support
Government to back firefighters with tailor-made, research-backed health support during and after service.
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Boost for thousands of aspiring health professionals from deprived areas
New measures to tackle inequality of opportunity and breakdown barriers to healthcare careers
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