Petition · past parliament · Department for Education

Fund additional mental health support services for university students

Closed 2,371 signatures

What the petition asks

•24/7 support should be funded, not just weekdays 9-5.
•Mandatory mental health training for porters and other staff.
•Unlimited support and counselling sessions for students.
•Additional regular support for students with pre-existing issues.
•Making sure students are fully aware of what services are available for them to get help.

The standards in the care and support that students receive in universities are unacceptable. Many students feel as though they are being neglected or have been turned away or even put off from seeking help from universities. It is time that things changed and the Government provided funding for students to receive the support they deserve and need to keep going.

Timeline

30 Dec 2020 Petition opened for signatures
30 Jun 2021 Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 2,371
Status Closed
Department Department for Education
Opened 30 Dec 2020
Closed 30 Jun 2021

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.