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Motor charity Ben has launched a month-long campaign around suicide prevention.
It has seen an increase in calls to its helpline for support around suicide over recent years.
In 2022, Ben supported 303 individuals who disclosed they were experiencing suicidal ideation or intent.
Around seven employers each year call on the charity’s Urgent Response Service after an employee has taken their own life.
From findings in Ben’s survey report 2023, one in three automotive workers reported having had issues managing their mental health, compared with one in six of the general UK working population.
The charity has created a new section of its website dedicated to suicide prevention with information, advice and guidance for individuals at risk of suicide, for those worried about someone and also for employers. Click here for more information on:
- Content and resources on the topic of suicide prevention
- Downloadable resources and leaflets for individuals and employers
- Contact details so people know where to turn to for further support
- Information about relevant training and services for employers to support their employees
- New real life story about Tracey, who lost her husband to suicide.
In addition to providing support for individuals, Ben also works with automotive industry employers to provide training and services: