We, the undersigned, call on the next UK government and all prospective political parties to take immediate and substantial action to prioritise the mental health and wellbeing of business leaders. Business leaders face immense pressures that can significantly impact their mental health, affecting their ability to lead effectively and sustainably. By investing in the mental health and wellbeing of our leaders, we can ensure the stability and productivity of their organisations, which is essential for a robust and resilient economy.

Our Key Demands:

1. Government and Party Commitment: We urge political candidates and parties to include specific commitments to leadership mental health and wellbeing in their manifestos and openly discuss the importance of this issue during their campaigns.

2. Dedicated Funding: Allocate dedicated funding to mental health services tailored specifically for business leaders, ensuring they have access to the support they need.

3. Awareness and Education: Implement nationwide awareness campaigns and educational programmes to destigmatise mental health issues among leaders and promote a culture of transparency and support.

4. Policy Integration: Integrate mental health and wellbeing support for business leaders into broader economic and health policies, recognising its critical importance to economic stability.

Why This Matters:

Healthy and resilient leaders are fundamental to the success of our businesses and the wider economy. By supporting their mental health, we create a stronger, more productive, and compassionate business environment. This petition seeks to ensure that the next government and all political parties take concrete steps to support those at the helm of our economy.

We, the undersigned, believe that investing in the mental health and wellbeing of business leaders is not just a moral imperative but an economic necessity. We urge the next government and all prospective parties to take these critical steps, to openly discuss the importance of leadership mental health during their campaigns, and to support our leaders and, by extension, our entire economy.