A Southampton youth services charity has been awarded £58,000 in new government funding.

No Limits will use the money to support young people in the city.

The funding is part of a wider government initiative to improve the mental health of young people across England, with a focus on early intervention and specialist support.

No Limits is one of 24 early support hubs across the country set to receive a share of £7 million allocated to mental health services for young people.

The early support hubs provide accessible, drop-in mental health services to help prevent more serious conditions from developing, without the need for referrals or doctor's appointments.

These services are aimed at supporting young people by addressing mental health issues early, before they become more severe.

Satvir Kaur, MP for Southampton Test, said: "Everyone knows someone who has been affected by mental health, or even very sadly has lost a loved one to mental health.

"It’s been a growing crisis in our city, especially among young people, and I’ve always remained determined to do all I can to help tackle it.

"So, it’s great to see No Limits receive this additional government funding, which will allow them to continue and expand their vital work."