AN MP has welcomed measures to transform mental health services, as announced by the Prime Minister on Monday.

Theresa May announced reforms including further training for teachers, extra support in the workplace and an additional £15m for community care.

Witney MP Robert Courts said the changes would ensure people with mental health problems in west Oxfordshire are given the treatment they deserve.

He said: “For too long there hasn’t been enough focus on mental healthcare in this country. It has been a hidden injustice and surrounded by unacceptable stigma, leaving many to suffer in silence. Mental health should be treated with the same level of importance as physical health.

“These new proposals will ensure children and young people in west Oxfordshire receive the compassion, care and the treatment they deserve.

“Mental healthcare will be improved in schools, workplaces and universities and those suffering from mental illness will be able to access the right care for their needs, whilst we tackle the injustices people with mental health problems face.

“This is an opportunity to make sure we are providing attention and treatment for those deserving of compassion and help, striving to improve mental wellbeing and ensure that everyone is supported.”

Children and adolescent mental health services in west Oxfordshire will be reviewed to identify what is already working and what can be improved.

There will also be an expert review into how the area can improve mental wellbeing in the workplace so employees receive more care.

On Monday, mental health charity Oxfordshire Mind said it was pleased with the PM’s plans to improve facilities and address ‘everyday injustices’ in mental healthcare.