I pledge to continue campaigning vigorously for a better understanding of mental health issues: to encourage greater knowledge, guidance and support – enabling people to receive essential help when they need it most within our community – for depression, loneliness, suicide and self-harm.

Initiatives such as the Men’s Shed Project in Rostrevor and Warrenpoint are prime examples of my passion and drive to show leadership when tackling the enormous challenges surrounding mental health in our community.