Globally, every year, 703,000 people take their own lives, and there are many more people who attempt suicide. Every suicide is a tragedy that affects families, communities and has long-term effects on the people left behind. 

Suicide is a serious public health problem; however, suicides are preventable with timely interventions.

Let’s understand how common suicides are in the UK.

In the UK in 2022, there were 6588 reported suicides.

Although many people are touched by suicide, it is still surrounded by stigma. This often results in people bereaved by suicide feel stigmatised and isolated.