HC Deb 15 July 1999 vol 335 c335W
Mr. Keetch

To ask the Secretary of State for Health what guidance he has issued to health authorities on the provision of specialist trauma reduction and support counselling for children suffering post-traumatic stress as a result of bullying at school; and if he will make a statement. [90759]

Mr. Hutton

None. Health authorities are responsible for the availability of services for children and adolescents suffering from a range of mental health problems, including provision of specialist services where appropriate.

The Government is making an additional £90 million available over the next three years to improve child and adolescent mental health services.