Minister announces major new health service support funds

Health Minister Robin Swann has announced the establishment of new grant schemes for cancer and mental health charities and a Carers Support Fund.

The Cancer Charities Support Fund and Mental Health Support Fund will each receive £10m, while £4m has been allocated to the Carers Support Fund. The Minister has also allocated £15m to Health Trusts to boost the support available for healthcare workers across Northern Ireland.

The Cancer Charities Support Fund will enable charities to access funding to support cancer services in the community. The Mental Health Support Fund will provide grants to charity organisations who provide interventions to improve the population’s mental health.

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