I'm glad you've decided to do something more James
here are some UK links & numbers that may be useful:
The National Alcohol Helpline-UK - Tel: 0800 917 8282
Offers help to callers worried about their own drinking; support to the family and friends of people who are drinking; advice to callers on where to go for help.
UK National AA Helpline
08457 697 555
SMART Recovery - SMART Recovery UK Alcoholics Anonymous (Great Britain) Ltd - Home Addaction | Drugs & Alcohol Addiction and Recovery: Support - Help - Advice - Treatment Alcohol services | Alcohol Concern
and some NHS links
Find Alcohol addiction services services - NHS Choices
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