A Keighley project for people with mental health problems has appointed a new member to its team.

Alison Robinson has joined the Out of Hours Project as a community development worker and fundraiser.

The 44-year-old has joined the Scott Street organisation on a part-time basis.

Although she has worked in the Keighley community for a number of years, the move into mental health is something new for Mrs Robinson.

She said: "There is still a great deal of stigma attached to mental health, even though one in four people face depression at some time in their life.

"This project is the only one of its kind in the area where people can walk in off the street and get help and support entirely free.

"It is essential that it continues to develop to meet the needs of Keighley people."

Alison said she would continue in her role as a community development worker with Bracken Bank and District Community Association.

Three support workers were also celebrating after successfully completing college courses.

Peter Throupe achieved a BA degree in Applied Social Sciences with a Diploma in Social Work from Bradford University.

Jayne Trofa also gained an Open University Certificate of Mental Health and Distress, and Ken Mitchell a City and Guilds adult Teaching Certificate.

Staff and clients celebrated their achievements at a disco and buffet at the social centre attended by friends from MIND in Bradford.

Project manager Jeanette House said: "These achievements reflect the hard work and commitment of three excellent workers. They give of their best at all times and they deserve to succeed."

Out of Hours includes two evening drop-in sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 7-9pm, at 13 Scott Street, behind Keighley Library.

The service is free to anyone feeling isolated, vulnerable or suffering from mental health problems, who can call in or contact Jeanette on 01535 661248.