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Will Hackett
William "Will" Hackett is a fictional character from the Television in the United Kingdom, British Channel 4 soap opera ''Hollyoaks'', played by Oliver Farnworth. The character first appeared on-screen on 1 September 2006 until 4 May 2007. He was noted for portraying storylines involving mental illness and stalking his girlfriend Zoe Carpenter (Zoë Lister). Storylines Will was revealed as a child genius by Gilly Roach (Anthony Quinlan) as he was a contestant on Countdown (game show), Countdown at 15 years old and seen as a child prodigy. He was also fast-tracked into Oxford University at 16 but dropped out due to complications. Now at HCC with a second chance, Will is extremely moody and keeps himself to himself but has developed obsessive feelings for Zoe Carpenter (Zoë Lister). He tried to win her affection but she turned him down; he has since tried more devious means of winning her praise by trying to sabotage her new relationship with Zak Ramsey (Kent Riley). When Zak and Z ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Oliver Farnworth
Oliver Farnworth (born 5 August 1982) is an English actor. As well as appearing in various theatre productions, including West End theatre roles, Farnworth has also appeared as a regular character in two ITV1 soap operas: Andy Carver in ''Coronation Street'' (2014–2017) and John Sugden (Emmerdale), John Sugden in ''Emmerdale'' (2024–present). His other television appearances include recurring roles in ''The Royal'' (2008–2009) and ''Mr Selfridge'' (2014). Life and career Farnworth was brought up just outside Halifax, West Yorkshire, Halifax in Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire, but moved to Sidmouth in Devon when he was fifteen. He trained at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School. He first came to recognition in ''Hollyoaks'' playing Will Hackett from September 2006 to May 2007. Before appearing in ''Hollyoaks'', Farnworth appeared on stage in ''The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe'' and in ''The London Plays'', written by Ed Hime and directed by Kelly Wilkinson. He has also app ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Olivia Johnson
The following is a list of characters that first appeared in the Channel 4 soap opera ''Hollyoaks'' in 2005, by order of first appearance. Louise Summers Rob Owen Robert "Rob" Owen, played by David Prosho, made his first appearance on 16 March 2005. He is Carrie Owen's estranged husband. He recently returned after finding out about his son Russ Owen's cancer. Originally ostracized from the family because he refused to believe his other son Sam Owen's innocence when he was imprisoned, Rob returned after Russ warned him that he could be at risk from cancer, and after his daughter Nicole Owen begged him to stay. Rob's return almost split the family again as Sam refused to accept him at first. He was forced to change his mind after Rob rescued him on a climbing trip when Sam was unable to scale the rock face on his own. When Sam realised that Rob did care for him after all, he eventually forgave him. After Sam confessed that he had been spiking and raping girls, Rob tried to ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Daily Post (Liverpool)
The ''Liverpool Post'' was a newspaper published by Trinity Mirror in Liverpool, Merseyside, England. The newspaper and its website ceased publication on 19 December 2013. Until 13 January 2012 it was a daily morning newspaper, with the title ''The Liverpool Daily Post''. It retained the name ''Liverpool Daily Post'' for its website, which continued to offer a daily service of news, business and sport to the people of Merseyside until the closure of the publication. The ''Liverpool Daily Post'' split from its sister North Wales title, '' The Daily Post'', which still publishes six days a week, in 2003. The newspaper has been published since 1855. Historically the newspaper was published by the Liverpool Daily Post & Echo Ltd. The ''Liverpool Daily Post'' was first published in 1855 by Michael James Whitty. Whitty, a former Chief Constable for Liverpool, had campaigned for the abolition of the Stamp Act under which newspapers were taxed. When the abolition took place, Whitty ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mental Health Act 1983
The Mental Health Act 1983 (c. 20) is an Act of the Parliament of the United Kingdom. It covers the reception, care and treatment of mentally disordered people, the management of their property and other related matters, forming part of the mental health law for the people in England and Wales. In particular, it provides the legislation by which people thought to have a mental disorder can be detained in a hospital or police custody and have their disorder assessed or treated against their wishes, informally known as " sectioning". Its use is reviewed and regulated by the Care Quality Commission. The Act was significantly amended by the Mental Health Act 2007. A white paper proposing changes to the act was published in 2021 following an independent review of the act by Simon Wessely. It was confirmed on 17 July 2024 that a new mental health act would be legislated for in the forthcoming session of Parliament. History The Madhouses Act 1774 created a Commission of the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Psychiatrist
A psychiatrist is a physician who specializes in psychiatry. Psychiatrists are physicians who evaluate patients to determine whether their symptoms are the result of a physical illness, a combination of physical and mental ailments or strictly mental issues. Sometimes a psychiatrist works within a multi-disciplinary team, which may comprise clinical psychologists, social workers, occupational therapists, and nursing staff. Psychiatrists have broad training in a biopsychosocial approach to the assessment and management of mental illness. As part of the clinical assessment process, psychiatrists may employ a mental status examination; a physical examination; brain imaging such as a computerized tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, or positron emission tomography scan; and blood testing. Psychiatrists use pharmacologic, psychotherapeutic, or interventional approaches to treat mental disorders. Subspecialties The field of psychiatry has many subspecialties that ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Devon Anderson
Devon Carlo Anderson (born 25 August 1987) is an English actor. Anderson's roles include Billie Jackson in ''EastEnders'' and Sonny Valentine in ''Hollyoaks''. Early life Anderson was born on 25 August 1987 in London. Acting career Anderson made his acting debut when he played three-year-old Glenn in '' Thirty Two Short Films About Glenn Gould''. He then went on to appear in the BBC soap ''EastEnders'' where he played the character Billie Jackson from 1993 to 1997. He made an appearance in the 1997 film '' Spiceworld'' as one of the competition winners that falls into the river during a video shoot. He then played David in the television drama, '' The Greatest Store in the World''. In 2002, he appeared in the children's comedy film ''Thunderpants'' playing the character of Dan. His next role was in 2002's CBBC programme ''Ace Lightning'' where he played Pete, the British friend of the main character, Mark. The character appeared in internet talks with Mark at the start of ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sonny Valentine
Sonny Valentine is a fictional character from the British Channel 4 soap opera ''Hollyoaks'', played by Aaron Fontaine. The role was initially played by Devon Anderson until 2007 when producer Bryan Kirkwood fired Anderson. In 2014, the role was recast when Kirkwood decided to reintroduce the character. On 12 November 2014, Sonny was killed off in a train explosion along with Carmel McQueen ( Gemma Merna), when Carmel rescued her cousin Theresa McQueen ( Jorgie Porter) from Sonny. Development The role was initially played by Devon Anderson until 2007, when he was sacked for "time-keeping issues". On 28 November 2013, it was announced Sonny would be returning to ''Hollyoaks''. Actor Aaron Fontaine was cast in the role, marking his first television job. Of his casting, Fontaine commented "Joining ''Hollyoaks'' has been a great experience. There are lovely people here and everyone has been really welcoming." Full details of Sonny's return storyline were initially kept secret, but ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hollie-Jay Bowes
Hollie-Jay Bowes (''née'' Billie-Jean Bowes; born 17 January 1989) is an English actress and writer, known for her roles as Dawn O'Malley in the BBC drama ''Grange Hill'' and Michaela McQueen in the Channel 4 soap opera ''Hollyoaks''. Since 2023, she has appeared in the BBC drama '' Waterloo Road'' as Debs Rafferty. Life and career Bowes' parents changed her name from Billie Jean to Hollie Jean as her father thought she would get bullied at school and be called 'Billie Bowes', and at 13, she changed her name to Hollie-Jay. In 2009, Bowes stated in an interview with ''Inside Soap'' that she is a distant relation to ''Hollyoaks'' co-star Tony Hirst, who plays Mike Barnes. For two years, Bowes portrayed Dawn O'Malley in the children's television series ''Grange Hill'' before being cast in ''Hollyoaks'' when she was 15. On 24 June 2010, Bowes announced on Twitter that had decided to leave ''Hollyoaks'' after four years. Producers wrote her out at the earliest opportunity due to he ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Michaela McQueen
Michaela McQueen (also Jones) is a fictional character from the British Channel 4 soap opera ''Hollyoaks'', played by Hollie-Jay Bowes. Michaela was the first of the McQueen family to be seen on-screen in 2006, when she was credited as Michaela Jones. On 8 June 2010, Bowes announced that she had quit the show and would leave in six months. However, it was announced on 24 June 2010 that show bosses had axed Bowes and speedily wrote Michaela out after she spoke about upcoming storylines and her exit on social networking website Twitter. Bowes reprised her role as Michaela in 2011, initially appearing in the fourth series of ''Hollyoaks Later'', before reappearing in the main series. In July 2012, Bowes confirmed she would be leaving ''Hollyoaks'', and her final scenes would air on 31 August 2012. Development Characterisation and introduction A writer from the serial's official website described Michaela as always ready "for a bit of McQueen scheming" and said she has always had to ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Fire Alarm
A fire alarm system is a building system designed to detect, alert occupants, and alert emergency forces of the presence of fire, smoke, carbon monoxide, or other fire-related emergencies. Fire alarm systems are required in most commercial buildings. They may include smoke detectors, heat detectors, and manual fire alarm activation devices ( pull stations). All components of a fire alarm system are connected to a fire alarm control panel. Fire alarm control panels are usually found in an electrical or panel room. Fire alarm systems generally use visual and audio signalization to warn the occupants of the building. Some fire alarm systems may also disable elevators, which are unsafe to use during a fire under most circumstances. Design Fire alarm systems are designed after fire protection requirements in a location are established, which is usually done by referencing the minimum levels of security mandated by the appropriate model building code, insurance agencies, and other ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
New York City
New York, often called New York City (NYC), is the most populous city in the United States, located at the southern tip of New York State on one of the world's largest natural harbors. The city comprises five boroughs, each coextensive with a respective county. The city is the geographical and demographic center of both the Northeast megalopolis and the New York metropolitan area, the largest metropolitan area in the United States by both population and urban area. New York is a global center of finance and commerce, culture, technology, entertainment and media, academics, and scientific output, the arts and fashion, and, as home to the headquarters of the United Nations, international diplomacy. With an estimated population in 2024 of 8,478,072 distributed over , the city is the most densely populated major city in the United States. New York City has more than double the population of Los Angeles, the nation's second-most populous city. [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Andrew Moss
Andrew Moss (born 1 June 1984) is an English actor. He is known for portraying the role of Rhys Ashworth in the Channel 4 soap opera ''Hollyoaks'' from 2005 to 2014. He also appeared in the BBC soap opera ''Doctors'' as Paul Cuthbert. On stage, he played the role of Sam Wheat in the National tour of ''Ghost the Musical''. TV credits ''Hollyoaks'' was Moss' first regular television role, though he had previously played Craig Gutteridge in the BBC drama series ''Cutting It'', in addition to minor roles in ''Merseybeat'', ''Doctors'' and two episodes of ''Coronation Street''. In 2013 he starred in one episode of ''Casualty''. Moss trained at the North Cheshire Theatre College, where he earned a Diploma in Drama. He also attended Sheena SimonB College, where he also obtained a National Diploma in musical theatre. In 2016, he played the recurring role of Paul Cuthbert in ''Doctors Doctor, Doctors, The Doctor or The Doctors may refer to: Titles and occupations * Physician, a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
