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You and Yours: Children's Mental Health, Tackling Isolation, Universal Credit Fraud

14/10/2020

Children's Mental Health, Tackling Isolation, Universal Credit Fraud

BBC Radio 4 - You and Yours, Children's Mental Health, Tackling Isolation, Universal Credit Fraud

Do you feel a sense of community or support has been lost since the national lockdown?

During the lockdown many people felt a stronger sense of community, thanks to support from neighbours, the clap for carers, and online chat groups. Has some of that been lost?

A BBC investigation looks at the numbers of children referred to mental health services this year, in light of concerns around worsening mental health and lack of access to services.
Fraudulent applications for universal credit may have increased as a result of lockdown. Earlier this year, the government changed face to face ID checks to online only, and the application process was simplified to meet high levels of demand. In May the BBC reported that fraudulent applications from the start of lockdown could have cost £1.5 billion. We hear from a listener who believes he is the victim of a fraudulent Universal Credit application.
During the national lockdown in March, many people felt a stronger sense of community, thanks to support from neighbours, the clap for carers, and online chat groups.   We'll hear from a listener who feels much of that has disappeared now,  and fears the isolation this winter might bring. Let us know what you're doing to stay connected, or how you're helping others who might feel isolated. 
Email youandyours@bbc.co.uk.
Presented by Rachel Burden.
Produced by Beatrice Pickup.

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