THE stigma surrounding mental health is to come under attack thanks to an exhibition supported by a host of celebrities.

Hats Off, organised by the national charity Mentality, is seeking to tackle the subject by enlisting the support of famous people, such as Victoria Beckham, Kate Winslet and Lenny Kravitz.

To raise money, the celebrities donated a hat for auction. Celebrity portraits have also been taken by photographer Jason Bell, which form a new book.

The cash raised will be offered as grants to mental health schemes.

Darlington Primary Care Trust has secured an exhibition of the photographs from April 25 to May 29, to be shown at venues around the town, which will be confirmed at a later date.