Mayor and Deputy Mayor attend Rotary Club Event Supporting Bipolar UK
- Kelly Lewis
- Jul 24
- 2 min read
Updated: Aug 18
The Mayor of Haywards Heath, Cllr Duncan Pascoe, together with the Deputy Mayor, Cllr Abdul Bashar, attended a special networking event on 23 July 2025 at the Yews Community Centre to celebrate the ongoing collaboration between the Rotary Club of Cuckfield, Lindfield and Haywards Heath (RCCLHH) and Bipolar UK.
The evening highlighted the strength of partnership working in the community, with a cheque for £1,548.90 presented to support the local Bipolar Peer Support Group. The group has already had a significant impact, offering life-changing support to more than 50 people in Haywards Heath and the surrounding areas.
Now in its third year, the national Rotary–Bipolar UK partnership seeks to raise awareness of bipolar disorder and provide support for individuals living with the condition, as well as their families, friends, and carers. RCCLHH has embraced this initiative with enthusiasm, ensuring that the local community benefits directly from the collaboration.
The cheque was presented on behalf of the Rotary Club by Judith Pratt, Rotary–Bipolar lead, who emphasised the importance of community spirit and compassion in tackling mental health challenges. Rosie Phillips, Deputy CEO of Bipolar UK, accepted the donation and expressed gratitude for Rotary’s continuing support, noting the transformative impact the Haywards Heath group has already achieved.
Guests also heard from local writer and performer Polly Wiseman, who lives with bipolar disorder. Polly shared insights from their show How To Go Crazy For Good, which combines comedy, neuroscience and personal experience to challenge stigma and encourage dialogue around mental health.
The Mayor commended the Rotary Club for its commitment to supporting mental health initiatives, recognising the generosity and dedication of all those involved in raising funds for such an important cause.
