Paul Galdas, Chair of the Men’s Mental Health Taskforce said it was important to “meet men where they are” and “adapting our services to fit the unique needs of men in our area”.
Lynne James, Manager of York-based mental health charity Mainstay, supported the allocation of funding but said she had “reservations” about how it would be distributed.
“It’s saying ‘we’re not doing anything new- what we’re going to try and do with this money is find ways that isolated communities, rural communities can access existing projects and sports activities’.
“[But] That’s where I’m holding my breath to see how this plays out.
“Within rural communities, I think it’s going to be more difficult.
“It depends how well organised the infrastructure of the rural communities is and what sports facilities already exist.”