Samaritans charity is receiving an increase of calls from “people with financial worries” during the ongoing cost of living crisis.
The organisation said that with the rising cost of food, energy and fuel “making everyday life hard for millions” its teams are experiencing an increase in those reaching out for help during these “incredibly difficult times”.
The charity, which is aimed at providing emotional support to anyone in emotional distress, struggling to cope or at risk of suicide throughout the UK and the Republic of Ireland, has also said it is “critical” that the government makes “suicide prevention a priority when tackling this crisis”.
