Sun returns for Great Big Purple Picnic

Northern Ireland has been bathed in glorious sunshine for much of the lockdown, when government restrictions moved us away from our usual places of work and separated us from loved


Action Mental Health welcomes new plan for Northern Ireland

Action Mental Health today welcomed the publication of a Mental Health Plan for Northern Ireland. David Babington, CEO said: “This is a really good news story; the Action Plan will


Mental Health Awareness Week – how can we prevent mental ill health?

As we enter Day Three of Mental Health Awareness Week, it’s an opportune time to look at how can we prevent mental ill health – and be kind to ourselves,


OCN NI ‘Virtual’ Learning Endeavour Awards 2020 – the Results!!

The OCN NI Learning Endeavour Awards took place online today. If you missed the live streaming – you can catch up on the video link below. Many congratulations to everyone who


Mental Health Awareness Week, 18-24 May 2020, the theme is kindness.

Mental Health Awareness Week is hosted by the Mental Health Foundation and is the UK’s national week to raise awareness of mental health and mental health problems and inspire action


Job Shadow Day 2019 revisited as this year’s event ruled out due to lockdown

Every year, clients from Action Mental Health get a chance to regain their footing on the employment ladder, with the help of the Northern Ireland Union of Supported Employment. This


Potted Mackerel

Makes 4 portions 150g mackerel (peppered fillets)1 tbsp horseradish1 tbsp grain mustard1 tbsp zest & juice Of lemon1 tbsp Creme fraiche2tsbp melted butter Method Flake mackerel then put into a


Tandoori chicken legs

Serves 4 Tandoori mix :-1 tsp ground ginger1 tsp ground cumin1 tsp ground coriander1 tsp ground turmeric1/2 tsp Maldon salt1/2 tsp smoked paprika1/4 tsp cayenne pepper Simply mix all above