Bipolar UK news and updates

Keep up to date about how Bipolar UK shapes national conversations around bipolar, representing our community in the media, on screen, in public statements and more.

19 May 20262 min read

Bipolar UK’s response to quetiapine shortages

Bipolar UK is deeply concerned about the potential impact of the current national shortage of certain medications. This includes Quetiapine, which is an antipsychotic taken by many people who live with bipolar.

15 May 20262 min read

Asenapine discontinued in the UK: what you need to know

Asenapine sublingual tablets have been permanently discontinued in the UK due to low usage. Learn more about the discontinuation and what to do next if you're currently taking it.

15 May 20262 min read

Government announces new mental health strategy for England

Too often, people living with bipolar only get help when they reach crisis point. That’s why Bipolar UK welcomes the government’s announcement today (15 May 2026) of a new mental health strategy for England...

  • Policy

11 May 20264 min read

What to expect when Bipolar UK refers you to PayPlan

Managing money can be challenging for anyone, but for people living with bipolar, the relationship between mental health and finances can be especially complex. To help, Bipolar UK and PayPlan are working together to provide more joined-up support.

30 April 20262 min read

Maybe it’s bipolar? campaign wins Silver People’s Choice Award

Our Maybe it’s bipolar? campaign film has won the Silver People’s Choice Award at the 2026 Smiley Charity Film Awards.

  • Campaigns
  • Getting a diagnosis

23 April 20261 min read

Bipolar UK joins Head On campaign calling for urgent action on mental health

Bipolar UK is proud to support Head On, a new national campaign calling on political leaders to match public support for mental health with meaningful action.

  • Policy

16 April 20265 min read

Lydia West on Big Mood series 2, friendship and telling bipolar stories with care

We sat down with Lydia West, who plays Eddie, to talk about her understanding of bipolar before the show, the evolution of Maggie and Eddie's friendship, and her hopes for viewers supporting loved ones with bipolar.

  • Family and friends

1 April 20263 min read

30 for 30 Challenge: Looking back at the impact

In the leadup to World Bipolar Day, our community came together for Bipolar UK’s 30 for 30 Challenge, prioritising their wellbeing while raising an incredible £6,467 for Bipolar UK.

30 March 20262 min read

Bipolar UK responds to Baroness Merron’s World Bipolar Day announcement

Baroness Gillian Merron, Minister for Women’s Health and Mental Health, has announced that NHS England and the Department of Health and Social Care are signing up to Bipolar UK’s Bipolar Friendly Workplace Scheme.

  • Bipolar at work
  • Policy

19 March 20261 min read

Join Bipolar UK at the Mental Health & Wellbeing Show 2026

Bipolar UK will be taking part in the Mental Health & Wellbeing Show 2026, a major event bringing together people, organisations and professionals passionate about improving mental health and wellbeing.

17 March 20263 min read

New data reveals unemployment has doubled for people with bipolar

Data from NHS England Digital’s latest Adult Psychiatric Morbidity Survey (APMS) reveals that the current system is failing to meet the needs of people living with bipolar.

  • Policy

6 March 20262 min read

Bipolar UK responds to Selena Gomez speaking about delays in bipolar diagnosis

Bipolar UK responds to Selena Gomez speaking openly about delays in receiving a bipolar diagnosis, highlighting the need for earlier recognition and support.

29 January 20262 min read

Bipolar UK’s response to Kanye West’s statement

This week, Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, ran an ad in The Wall Street Journal apologising for antisemitic statements he made in the past while also discussing his struggles with bipolar disorder.

27 January 20262 min read

Over 20,000 people have taken the bipolar test

The bipolar test has now been completed over 20,000 times – a major milestone for the Maybe it’s bipolar? campaign.

29 December 20251 min read

Melanie Ceysson Blumenthal becomes official Bipolar UK Ambassador

Following her husband Heston Blumenthal’s bipolar diagnosis, Melanie joins Bipolar UK as an ambassador to raise awareness and challenge stigma.