Mental health service receives industry mark of quality

Mental health service receives industry mark of quality

Platfform Wellbeing has gained the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) accreditation. This makes it one of a few services in Wales to achieve this status. The BACP accreditation is a mark of quality and professionalism in the counselling industry. Pete Johnson, commercial director at Platfform Wellbeing, said: “We are thrilled that the dedication … Read more

Autism and ADHD waiting lists ‘could triple in two years’

Autism and ADHD waiting lists ‘could triple in two years’

The number of children waiting for an autism or ADHD assessment in Wales could nearly triple to 61,000 over the next two years, a committee heard. Sarah Murphy, Wales’ mental health minister, told the Senedd’s children’s committee that 20,770 children were waiting for a neurodevelopmental assessment in September 2024. She said: “The assessment we’ve got … Read more

BBC The Traitors fans ‘howling’ and ask ‘where’s her Oscar’ after latest twist

BBC The Traitors fans ‘howling’ and ask ‘where’s her Oscar’ after latest twist

Fans of the BBC series The Traitors were left ‘howling’ following the latest dramatic twist and asked, ‘Where’s her Oscar?’ following an unexpected reaction. The latest episode, which aired on Friday (January 10), revealed the latest Faithful selected for murder. Following the previous instalment, traitorous duo Linda and Minah discussed their options for who to … Read more

Moment driver in stolen car rams head-on into police motorcyclist

Moment driver in stolen car rams head-on into police motorcyclist

A driver rammed head-on into a police motorcyclist in Southampton, shocking dashcam footage shows. Marvin Geddes, 33, of Epping Close, Southampton, crashed into PC Derek Hearn at speed while the officer was involved in pursuit of the Honda Civic. Geddes did not stay at the scene and sped off before colliding with a Peugeot. He … Read more