CAHMS waiting times cut by half, says government

Friday, 26 September 2025 at 07:25

A new government report shows a 50 per cent reduction in waiting times for the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service.

The Island’s Autism Spectrum Condition Strategy launched back in March 2024 and aims to make the Isle of Man a more autism-friendly place.

Achievements include cutting CAHMS waiting times by half and introducing mandatory autism training for health professionals.

The public are being invited to an update and information on the next phase at Keyll Darree at Noble's Hospital at 7pm on Wednesday, October 1.

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