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Self Help UK announces that our CEO, Ian Boyd, will be stepping down from his role later this year to take up an exciting new position leading a mental health charity that harnesses the power of the outdoors to support wellbeing.
Ian’s final working day will be Friday 3 October 2025. Reflecting on his time with us, Ian said:
“I have loved my time at Self Help UK. The staff, trustees and the work we do are very special, and as I work through my notice period I will be doing everything I can to ensure a strong future for everyone connected to the charity.”
Nottinghamshire News
Newark Cancer Carers’ Support Group
A friendly, safe space where those caring for someone with cancer can connect, share experiences, and find support.
When: The first Tuesday of every month, from 1:30pm to 3:30pm.
Where: Macmillan Information Centre, YMCA, Lord Hawke Way, Newark NG24 4FH.
Contact: Dawn Mallon on 07939 285 308 or [email protected].
Have Your Say on Bowel Cancer Screening
Are you aged 50-74 and a patient at The Windmill Practice in Sneinton, Nottingham? Or do you care for someone who is? Nottingham’s Public Health Team wants to hear from YOU!
- Fill in the anonymous survey – just 15 mins of your time (online or paper).
- Join a focus group – share your thoughts in-person this Sept–Nov.Get a £10 shopping voucher and travel costs as a thank you.Your feedback will help increase early cancer detection and save lives in Nottingham.
- Focus group dates:23 Sept – The Windmill Practice, Sneinton7 Oct – St Anns LibraryEarly Nov – Local venue TBC
Focus group dates:
- 23 Sept – The Windmill Practice, Sneinton
- 7 Oct – St Anns Library
- Early Nov – Local venue TBC
Take the survey now: https://forms.office.com/e/JNr84h4K92 (available in multiple languages)
More info: [email protected]
Let’s work together to make bowel cancer screening easier, more accessible, and more effective for our community.
World Suicide Prevention Day 10 September: Changing the Narrative on Suicide
Preventing suicide is everybody’s business: one in five people have suicidal thoughts at some point in their life. Many of us may have been affected by suicide in some way, either directly or indirectly. Suicide is not inevitable and can be prevented.
Find out more about what you can do to help.
