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Firebreak, Snipe and Pumpkins

The effect of a short, sharp lockdown on tourism and mental health; a rare bird makes a comeback and we're picking pumpkins in Pembrokeshire!

28 minutes

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Sun 25 Oct 2020 07:00

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Rural Tourism - the new Covid-19 "Firebreak" lockdown means tourism and hospitality businesses in WalesΒ once again having to cancel bookings. We hear how it's a devastating blow for tourist operators already struggling.

Mental Health - one of the aims of the short Firebreak lockdown is to minimalize the impact on our mental health.γ€¶Δ Undoubtedly it's been difficult for all but for the farming sector it can present unique challenges.γ€¶Δ We speak to the Tir Dewi Charity.

***Please see the list below for organisations that can provide help and support with mental health to the farming community***

Snipe - we hear about the rare bird that's returned to a nature reserve on the Wales-Shropshire border for the first time in 25 years, thanks to a project to restore the peat-bog

and a little autumnal cheer - we pick pumpkins at Greenacre Market Garden in Pembrokeshire

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Organisations offering help and support with mental health to the farming community:

R.A.B.I. - theprovides help and support to farmers and families within the farming community. Phone 0808 281 9490 〶Δ

The DPJ Foundation to those in the agricultural communities in Wales. Free counselling is available in English or Welsh.Β  Phone: 0800 587 4262Β The provides a Helpline and a free and confidential visiting service to farming people and families who are facing difficulties, including emotional issues. Phone: 03000 111 999 (7am-11pm)

Samaritans is struggling to cope and provide a safe place to talk 24 hours a day. Phone: 116 123 Email: jo@samaritans.org offers emotional support and information on mental health and related matters to people in Wales. Phone: 0800 132 737 (24/7) or text "help" to 81066.

Mind provideson a range of topics including types of mental health problem, legislation and details of local help and support in England and Wales. Phone: 0300 123 3393 (weekdays 9am - 6pm)

If you're feeling emotionally distressed or having suicidal thoughts, further help is available - click here for link

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  • Sun 25 Oct 2020 07:00

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