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Mental health pressures in emergency departments for children and young people

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MariaPCC 7 September 2026

This briefing presents data about A&E attendances among children and young people between 2019 and 2025 in England. It includes insights from clinicians, children and families as well as recommendations for improving mental health support and care pathways. The analysis highlights a substantial rise in mental health-related attendances, particularly among younger children, alongside sharp increases in the number of children spending more than 12 hours in A&E.

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