World's loneliest sheep rescued from Scots cliff after two years fronts mental health campaign

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The world's loneliest sheep is helping to encourage steps to prevent loneliness in the agricultural community after being rescued in the Highlands.

The Scotch Mule cross Charollais ewe, named Fiona, was rescued in November after spending two years living at the bottom of a remote set of cliffs near Brora, Sutherland.She was spotted by kayaker Jill Turner and rescued by a team of friends.

She has been relocated at Dalscone Farm in Dumfries and is enjoying life at her new home.And Fiona - whose rescue attracted worldwide attention, with coverage from global publications includingCNN, the New York Times, and the Sydney Herald - is now fronting a mental health campaign.The sheep is helping to raise the profile of support service RSABI’s #KeepTalking campaign and the Scottish Association of Young Farmers Clubs’ AreEweOK?

mental health message.“Fiona settled in here straight away and she’s doing really well,” said Ben Best, who runs Dalscone. “We’re delighted that, not only has she helped to raise £11,000 for RSABI and the Scottish SPCA, thanks to donations from people keen to help, she is now also helping to spread the word about such an important message at this time of year.”Carol McLaren, Chief Executive of RSABI, said: “We know there can be a lot of loneliness in the farming community, particularly at this time of year, and the #KeepTalking campaign highlights how important it is for people to keep in touch and keep an eye out for anyone who could be feeling low or lonely."We know that just a little kindness can make a massive difference for someone who is struggling.”Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today.You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top