Access to Crisis Care via NHS 111 - Mental Health

This publication introduces a newly established data collection for demand and call handling data items related to accessing crisis care via the NHS111 'select MH option'. This data will provide important insights into how accessible the crisis care system is helping to identify any gaps or inefficiencies. Additionally, the data will be used to support demand and capacity planning across services enabling better resource allocation and service provision. Benchmarking data will also be made available allowing providers to compare their performance and identify areas for improvement. This information will be invaluable for both operational decision making and strategic planning across the crisis care system.