Stephen Donnelly Mental Health Reform welcomes the allocation of an additional €108m for mental health services in Budget 2027. This brings the overall mental health budget to more than €1.65bn, representing a 7% increase on 2026. Róisín Clarke, Transitional CEO, Mental Health Reform commented: “Mental health is one of the greatest public health challenges facing Ireland today. … Read more
Mental Health Reform has today announced the appointment of Róisin Clarke as Transitional CEO of the coalition. With over 20 years’ experience across the health, community and voluntary, and public policy sectors, Róisin brings extensive expertise and a strong commitment to advancing mental health reform. She previously served as Interim CEO of Mental Health Reform … Read more
We are recruiting for the role of Communications and Engagement Manager on a Maternity cover basis. Further information is available here. Closing date for the submission of applications is Sunday, 4th October at 11:59pm. Late submission will not be considered.
Helen Gillespie Brown has stepped down from her role as Chief Executive Officer of Mental Health Reform due to unexpected family circumstances. Dr Judith Malone, Chair, Mental Health Reform said: “During her time with us, Helen has made a valued contribution to Mental Health Reform through her leadership, commitment and work with colleagues and stakeholders. … Read more
Mental Health Reform has expressed concern at the findings of the Mental Health Commission’s Annual Report 2025, which exposes persistent levels of low compliance in in-patient mental health centres. Commenting on the report, Helen Gillespie Brown, CEO of Mental Health Reform, said: “We welcome the publication of the Mental Health Commission’s annual report, which provides … Read more
We are delighted to invite you to attend the launch of Mental Health Reform’s pre-budget campaign, Invest in Hope. Mental health is often discussed in terms of statistics, waiting lists, and budget lines. Yet behind every number is a person who deserves timely, high-quality mental health supports. This year, our campaign asks a simple but urgent … Read more
Mental Health Reform, Ireland’s national coalition for mental health welcomes the publication of Ireland’s Strategy to Reduce Suicide and Self-Harm – Connecting for Life: 2026 – 2035, Ireland’s new 10-year suicide and self-harm reduction strategy. The strategy, launched by An Taoiseach, Micheál Martin, Minister of Health, Jennifer Carroll McNeill and Minister of State for Mental … Read more
Mental Health Reform, Ireland’s leading national coalition for mental health, has welcomed the enactment of the Mental Health Act 2026, signed into law by President Catherine Connolly. The Act represents the largest reform of Ireland’s mental health laws in more than 20 years. Helen Gillespie Brown, CEO of Mental Health Reform, said: “This is a … Read more
Mental Health Reform has welcomed the final passage of the Mental Health Bill 2024. Helen Gillespie Brown, CEO of Mental Health Reform, said: “This is the culmination of 10 years of campaigning to deliver new law that strengthens the rights of people accessing mental health services. Mental Health Reform celebrates the immense contribution of our … Read more
Introduction Mental Health Reform is seeking a suitably qualified consultant to evaluate its social inclusion capacity-building project. About Mental Health Reform Mental Health Reform (MHR) is Ireland’s leading national coalition on mental health. Our vision is of an Ireland with accessible, effective and inclusive mental health services and supports. In line with this vision, … Read more