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  1. John Edge

    In his interview John Edge talks about his responsibilities as a Purser, as well as the pay and conditions he experienced when working at Elder Dempster Lines. Listen to John's interview.

  2. Barry Groombridge interview – Elder Dempster

    Barry Groombridge joined Elder Dempster Lines aged 16. Barry’s first voyage was from London to the United States, via West Africa. The voyage lasted nine months. Listen to Barry’s interview to hear about the Christmas he spent with nuns in Madeira and what life was like as a purser at Elder Dempster Lines.

  3. Health and wellbeing support at LJMU

    We offer a range of health and wellbeing related support including one-to-one counselling, wellbeing advisors, drop-in sessions, and activites to help you keep happy and healthy including free gym membership and the opportunity to join our wellbeing choir.

  4. Self-care

    Self-care is vital to managing your mental health and wellbeing. It is important to find strategies that work for you. Take a look at these hints and tips to manage your mental health and wellbeing.