The Latest Breaking News from Samaritans

Mexico’s first non-binary magistrate is found dead with partner in suspected murder-suicide

Prosecutors said forensic evidence suggested Baena was killed by their partner in a murder-suicide.

The Independent UK · Nov 15, 2023

Only small change needed to make big change in suicide prevention – Samaritans

The charity has said it would cost £1.40 per person to renew funding in England which is due to end in March.

The Independent UK · Nov 15, 2023

Maya Kowalski accuses hospital of sex abuse days after lawsuit win

The case was the subject of Netflix’s ‘Take Care of Maya’ documentary

The Independent UK · Nov 13, 2023

People in UK are overall less happy than before pandemic, ONS finds

Measures of wellbeing have fallen and anxiety increased, but Outer Hebrides bucks trend

The Guardian - UK · Nov 7, 2023

Robbie Williams opens up about his mental health struggles and ‘biggest career regret’

Exclusive: The singer discusses his new tell-all Netflix documentary, which chronicles his rise to fame and ensuing mental health struggles, and gets candid about his career

The Independent UK · Nov 6, 2023

GOP mayor dies by suicide after cross-dressing revealed by rightwing site

Friend writes: ‘I witnessed a good man be publicly ridiculed and crucified ... to the point that he just took his own life’

The Independent UK · Nov 5, 2023

Watch: Biden pays respects to Maine mass shooting victims

If you are experiencing feelings of distress and isolation, or are struggling to cope, The Samaritans offer support; you can speak to someone for free over the phone, in confidence, on 116 123 (UK and ROI), email [email protected], or visit the Samaritans website to find details of your nearest branch.

The Independent UK · Nov 3, 2023

Watch: Joe Biden travels to Maine to pay respects to shooting victims

If you are experiencing feelings of distress and isolation, or are struggling to cope, The Samaritans offer support; you can speak to someone for free over the phone, in confidence, on 116 123 (UK and ROI), email [email protected], or visit the Samaritans website to find details of your nearest branch.

The Independent UK · Nov 3, 2023

Housing association slammed as tenant takes own life after 18 noise complaints

Clarion Housing Association has apologised for its failings over what Housing Ombudsman Richard Blakeway said was a ‘deeply distressing’ case

The Independent UK · Nov 2, 2023

Samaritans ‘needed more than ever’ as charity marks 70 years since first call

On Thursday it is exactly seven decades since the organisation’s vicar founder Chad Varah took the first call on November 2, 1953.

The Independent UK · Nov 2, 2023