British Cycling introduces mental health screening for athletes

The national governing body is aiming to offer more support in the high-stress sporting environment

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British Cycling has announced a new mental health screening programme in a bid to improve support for athletes.

Cycling’s national governing body will review the mental health of all new riders, while existing sportspeople will be screened on a six-monthly basis.

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