A MENTAL heath awareness course is being held by Manningtree Town Council.

The course, for local councillors, mental health volunteer groups and residents is taking place on October 17 from 9am until 1.15pm.

It is being held at the St John Ambulance Headquarters, in Station Road, Lawford.

The course will cover the stigma and its impact on recovery, factors affecting mental health and looking after your own mental health.

The course is free of charge, and there are 25 spaces available.

Anyone wishing to attend will have to register in advance by emailing Pauline Collins on provide.workingwelltraining@nhs.net.