Isabella Verona

Jo Whiley announced the death of her father, Martin Whiley, praising his kindness, lifelong love of music, and devotion to others. She described his difficult childhood and his later role as a beloved father and grandfather, noting he had lived with Parkinson’s disease. Her tribute highlighted his selflessness, musical passions, and deep impact on their family.

Northamptonshire Community Foundation was selected as a charity partner for CarFest’s first event at Silverstone, receiving two percent of funds raised to support local communities. The festival, founded by Chris Evans, will feature performances by Jessie J and Tom Jones. The foundation also participates in an emergency initiative aiding victims of the Bedfordshire train crash. CarFest has raised over £28 million for children’s charities including BBC Children in Need, Teenage Cancer Trust and Young Epilepsy, and continues to promote family entertainment alongside fundraising.

A Brackley charity dance competition is highlighted for its positive impact on participants’ mental health and its fundraising for Mental Health Friends. Contestants describe improvements in confidence, well‑being and community support, with founder Claire Readman emphasising early intervention amid limited mental health funding. Participants share personal stories of recovery as organisers encourage broader involvement, particularly from men.

Monthly UK car meets organised by Lewis Warren encourage men to discuss mental health by using shared automotive interests to create low‑pressure conversations. Regular attendees describe the events as supportive communities that help them open up, make friends and cope with difficult experiences. Warren plans to expand his mental‑health‑focused brand Takona into a broader car club to strengthen these connections.