Lanarkshire mum who lost partner to suicide reaches new milestone in campaign for mental health review

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The fight for better mental health services led by a Lanarkshire mum who lost her partner to suicide, has taken more positive steps in the right direction.

Karen McKeown managed to attract more than 1300 signatures to her petition before submitting it to the Scottish Government. And her calls for a full review of mental health services brought positive discussions by MSPs last September at the Citizen Participation and Public Petitions Committee.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android The campaign by the inspiring mum from Mossend was once again heard today with more positive discussion as the committee decided to keep the petition open.They now want to hear more from Karen and the Cabinet Secretary as it remains 'under consideration'.The full review of mental health services would include a better referral process; crisis support; risk assessments; safe plans; integrated services working together; first response support and the support available to families affected by suicide.It's been over four years since the father of Karen's two children, Luke Henderson, took his own life, devastating her family and causing a ripple effect of mental health struggles for herself and kids.But the 33-year-old is determined to make a difference and fight the issue so no one else has to suffer.