Menu
08/01/2020
Green Party Issues Message Of Support For Those Struggling
Deputy Leader of Northern Ireland's Green Party Mal O'Hara has spoken out after a number of people lost their lives to suicide in recent times.
Mal O'Hara, who sits on the board of a local suicide prevention charity, has highlighted the support available for anyone who may be struggling.
The Castle Councillor said: "If you are worried about someone or if you are struggling with suicidal thoughts, depression or grief from a bereavement there is support out there.
"It is within our gift to be thoughtful towards each other and provide a message of hope to anyone who is struggling. There are great organisations doing all they can to support those who are struggling.
"Clearly government at all levels must do more to create emotionally resilient communities with positive mental health and fewer people at risk of suicide."
Below is a list of useful resources to contact if you or someone you know is in crisis:
• Lifeline, 0808 808 8000 (24/7 phone support)
• Samaritans, 116 123 (24/7 phone support)
• HSC services, 028 9074 4447 (North & West Belfast), 028 9079 6220 (South & East Belfast)
• PIPS, 028 9080 5850 or freephone 0800 088 6042 (no appointment service for anyone in crisis)
• LightHouse, 028 9075 5070 (accessible support services for those directly affected)
(JG/CM)
Mal O'Hara, who sits on the board of a local suicide prevention charity, has highlighted the support available for anyone who may be struggling.
The Castle Councillor said: "If you are worried about someone or if you are struggling with suicidal thoughts, depression or grief from a bereavement there is support out there.
"It is within our gift to be thoughtful towards each other and provide a message of hope to anyone who is struggling. There are great organisations doing all they can to support those who are struggling.
"Clearly government at all levels must do more to create emotionally resilient communities with positive mental health and fewer people at risk of suicide."
Below is a list of useful resources to contact if you or someone you know is in crisis:
• Lifeline, 0808 808 8000 (24/7 phone support)
• Samaritans, 116 123 (24/7 phone support)
• HSC services, 028 9074 4447 (North & West Belfast), 028 9079 6220 (South & East Belfast)
• PIPS, 028 9080 5850 or freephone 0800 088 6042 (no appointment service for anyone in crisis)
• LightHouse, 028 9075 5070 (accessible support services for those directly affected)
(JG/CM)
Related Northern Ireland News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
27 May 2022
Finance Minister To Ensure Energy Payments Are Made In NI
Finance Minister, Conor Murphy, has said that he is committed to working with Treasury to ensure the Energy Bills Support Scheme will provide assistance to citizens here given the absence of an Executive.
Finance Minister To Ensure Energy Payments Are Made In NI
Finance Minister, Conor Murphy, has said that he is committed to working with Treasury to ensure the Energy Bills Support Scheme will provide assistance to citizens here given the absence of an Executive.
08 March 2006
Employers' workshops promote online tax returns
Employers throughout Northern Ireland are being invited to a series of workshops hosted by HM Revenue & Customs Business Support Team. These free workshops are designed to help employers complete and file their Annual Tax Return using the HMRC Online Forms Service or a paper return.
Employers' workshops promote online tax returns
Employers throughout Northern Ireland are being invited to a series of workshops hosted by HM Revenue & Customs Business Support Team. These free workshops are designed to help employers complete and file their Annual Tax Return using the HMRC Online Forms Service or a paper return.
11 August 2022
UUP Welcomes Commitment To Energy Bill Support Scheme
The Ulster Unionist Party has welcomed a renewed commitment from the Chancellor of the Exchequer that equivalent support under the energy bills support scheme will be delivered to households in Northern Ireland East Belfast MLA and Communities Spokesperson, Andy Allen, said: "Since the energy bills support scheme was announced by the then Chancello
UUP Welcomes Commitment To Energy Bill Support Scheme
The Ulster Unionist Party has welcomed a renewed commitment from the Chancellor of the Exchequer that equivalent support under the energy bills support scheme will be delivered to households in Northern Ireland East Belfast MLA and Communities Spokesperson, Andy Allen, said: "Since the energy bills support scheme was announced by the then Chancello
21 June 2022
'Greater Support' Needed For Struggling Families – SDLP
The SDLP has called for "greater support" for families struggling with the cost of school uniforms. Education Spokesperson Daniel McCrossan was speaking after a further £1m investment was announced to help families on low incomes.
'Greater Support' Needed For Struggling Families – SDLP
The SDLP has called for "greater support" for families struggling with the cost of school uniforms. Education Spokesperson Daniel McCrossan was speaking after a further £1m investment was announced to help families on low incomes.
15 July 2022
Call For Financial Support For Working Families
The SDLP is calling for financial support for working families dealing with the cost of living crisis. Communities Spokesperson Mark H Durkan said that many working families are in desperate need of support and have been being failed by the lack of Assembly and Executive.
Call For Financial Support For Working Families
The SDLP is calling for financial support for working families dealing with the cost of living crisis. Communities Spokesperson Mark H Durkan said that many working families are in desperate need of support and have been being failed by the lack of Assembly and Executive.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherThis Evening and Tonight:Showers, scattered in the evening, will clear by midnight leaving the night dry with clear spells. Perhaps a touch of ground frost. Cloud will spread east towards morning. Minimum temperature 2 °C.
