Solo Atlantic Crossing

If ever a story displayed you can keep a good mane down then this Lee Spencer A former Royal Marine who lost his leg in an accident is a perfect example of positive attitude. Lee has completed the fastest unsupported solo row across the Atlantic. Lee Spencer finished the crossing from mainland Europe to South America in Read more…

Armed Forces Covenant Fund NI Project Awards

Two existing charities in Northern Ireland will between them receive almost one million pounds in covenant funding to deliver much needed mental well-being services to veterans their families and their carers.  Inspire Wellbeing awarded £703K through a new “Recovery Together” project will bring together a range of innovative wellbeing and support services across Northern Ireland, Read more…

Creation of mental health toolkit aimed at ex-Service personnel

A mental health toolkit, MIND Fitness, specifically designed for ex-Service personnel, is to be developed thanks to funding from the Forces in Mind Trust (FiMT). MIND Fitness will help overcome the barriers Service leavers have in seeking mental health support, enabling them to identify whether they are suffering from a mental health issue (particularly depression, Read more…