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NHS in Leicestershire should aim for zero suicides – Cllr Michael Mullaney

Health bosses in Leicestershire have been urged to back a campaign aimed at dramatically reducing the number of suicides across the NHS. Hinckley and Bosworth Liberal Democrat Cllr Michael Mullaney has called on local NHS trusts to commit to an ambition for 'zero suicides' in their care. It follows Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg's call for an overhaul of how the health service treats mental health. Today Cllr Michael Mullaney said Leicestershire NHS Trust should think about how it could provide better care for people suffering depression and other serious illnesses. Cllr Michael Mullaney said: "Latest figures show 374 people took their own lives in the East Midlands with 4,700 suicides in England in 2013. "This is not inevitable. These tragic deaths can be prevented. The majority of people who are feeling suicidal do not want to die. We have to do more to make sure people have the support they need so they do not get to the point where they believe taking their own life is their only option. "That's w

30 Jan 2015
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Michael Mullaney supports the campaign for Flood Free Homes

Lib Dem parliamentary spokesman for Hinckley and Bosworth Michael Mullaney is supporting the campaign for Flood Free Homes which launched on Tuesday 20th January. The campaign has been launched by the Association of British Insurers, supported by Friends of the Earth, Know Your Flood Risk, National Flood Forum, and the Property Care Association's Flood Protection Group. The aim of the campaign is to raise the issue of long term flood defence investment and land and water management.

27 Jan 2015
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IS THE UK’S BEST SMALL SHOP IN Hinckley and Bosworth?

Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Councillor Michael Mullaney is calling on small shops in the Borough to enter the 'Best Small Shops Competition' for a chance to be recognised in an awards ceremony at the Houses of Parliament. Applications can be submitted via www.bestsmallshops.uk and should set out in no more than 500 words why they are the best small shop focusing on: innovation in the business, community engagement and entrepreneurial activity. The closing date is 30th January and shortlisted applicants will be invited to a Parliamentary Reception on 25th February where the winner will be announced. Commenting, Michael Mullaney said: "Hinckley and Bosworth is home to many fantastic independent retailers who play an important role supporting the local economy and creating jobs all year round. "This competition is the perfect opportunity for a small shop to showcase themselves and I would encourage local businesses to consider applying for this award."

12 Jan 2015
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