Petition · Ministry of Defence
Make mental health screening mandatory after military deployments
Open for signatures
145 signatures
What the petition asks
Require all Armed Forces personnel to have a mental health screening with a qualified clinician before post-deployment leave. This could help identify hidden struggles, provide early support, and reduce suicide risk among service members.
Too many service personnel struggle in silence after deployment. In 2021, 253 UK veterans died by suicide, with rates significantly higher among those under 25. Studies show around 1 in 5 UK Armed Forces personnel experience mental health issues such as PTSD, depression or anxiety. Mandatory screening before leave could identify hidden struggles early, provide support, and help prevent avoidable deaths.
Timeline
| 27 May 2026 | Petition opened for signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
145
Status
Open for signatures
Department
Ministry of Defence
Opened
27 May 2026
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 26 Jul 2026.