The Mortgage Industry Mental Health Charter (MIMHC) has launched a Fantasy Football league for the 2023/24 season, encouraging participation from those working in the mortgage sector to promote well-being and foster community spirit. 

Launched in October 2021, the MIMHC is a not-for-profit collaboration between Brightstar, Chartwell FS, Coreco, Crystal Specialist Finance, Knowledge Bank, Landbay, and Simply Biz.

The league aims to provide industry professionals with a fun outlet to encourage much-needed downtime amid the pressures of the mortgage market. 

Jason Berry, co-founder of the MIMHC, said: “Having fun distractions away from the daily grind our mortgage sector brings are a necessity.

“Our recent industry-wide survey indicated brokers continue to work longer hours and are not getting enough sleep, and the recent actions faced with almost instant product withdrawals have only exacerbated the challenges brokers face.” 

Supporting the initiative, The Intermediary is offering a £500 donation to the mental health charity of the winner’s choice. 

Ryan Fowler, managing director at Astor Media, said: “We are delighted to support the Mortgage Industry Mental Health Charter’s Fantasy Football league for the 2023/24 season, by offering a £500 donation to the mental health charity of the winner’s choice.

“At present the challenges faced by the industry are many, and initiatives like this are vital for fostering community and supporting mental well-being.

“The competition is not only a way to enjoy some friendly banter but also aligns with a cause we genuinely believe in. Good luck to all those taking part.” 

Berry added: “Irrespective of whether you are a football fan or not, taking part in this fantasy football guarantees 10 months of friendly banter and the winner will have valuable bragging rights for our industry.

“The more participants we have the better the fun will be and it’s so easy to take part using below link.” 

To sign up to the league, visit Fantasy Premier League and use the code: ewr7w1.