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Mental health crisis line to transition to NHS 111 on 1 April 2026
On 1 April 2026, our current 24/7 crisis line number for mental health crisis support (0800 731 2864) is transitioning to NHS 111. You’ll still reach the same local crisis teams - this change of...
South London and the Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust secures agreement with Legal and General
A major multimillion pound agreement that will significantly enhance mental health care for South London residents - while unlocking new investment for the local community - has now been formal...
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Over 50 staff members recognised for successful completion of apprenticeships
The Trust Learning and Development team here at South London and Maudsley hosted an event to celebrate the latest cohort of 58 graduates who have successfully completed their qualifications. ...
Boosting Forensic Care: New Investment Powers Community Support
A recent funding boost in forensic mental health services at South London and Maudsley, is driving improvements aimed at strengthening forensic services across our four boroughs. ...
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Media enquiries
We aim to actively promote awareness and understanding around mental health conditions and give a well-informed and balanced account of what we do, within the boundaries of our duty of confidentiality.
Please contact us with any requests for information or expert insight into mental health issues. We have a duty to our patients and colleagues, and reserve the right to decline media requests if there is any potential conflict with the interests of the organisation.
You can reach us during office hours on 020 3228 2963 or via communications@slam.nhs.uk
For urgent out-of-hours requests please contact the switchboard on 020 3228 6000 and you will be put through to a member of the Communications Team.
Requests for photography and filming
If you are a patient or visitor in one of our sites, please respect the privacy and dignity of our patients and do not take photos.
We often receive requests to film or take photos on our sites from film crews or professional photographers. All requests must be made through the Communications Team and a member of the team will accompany you for the duration of the shoot.
Media guidelines on reporting suicide and self-harm
Samaritans provide support to anyone in emotional distress, struggling to cope, or at risk of suicide. They have created created a resources hub with advice on how to safely cover suicide and self-harm in the media.
