Shaun Robinson told Mike Hosking the inquiry should be broad enough to tackle the biggest issues but focused enough to provide solutions. (Photo \ 123RF)

Mental health sector in need of clear direction: Expert

Author: Newstalk ZB ,
Publish Date: Tue, 23 Jan 2018, 7:34AM

The mental health sector is crying out for a clear direction.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern will reveal the scope of the government's inquiry into the sector today.

Mental Health Foundation CEO Shaun Robinson told Mike Hosking the inquiry should be broad enough to tackle the biggest issues but focused enough to provide solutions.

"It is a big picture issue and we need a plan that's really going to take us forward as a whole nation to give us better mental health."

LISTEN ABOVE AS SHAUN ROBINSON SPEAKS WITH MIKE HOSKING