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UK Suicide Rate Amongst Males Reaches 10-Year High In 2011 And Overall Number Rises 'Significantly'

UK Suicide Rate Amongst Males Reaches 10-Year High In 2011 And Overall Number Rises 'Significantly'

 

The male suicide rate in Britain hit its highest level in nearly a decade in 2011 whilst the overall number of people taking their own life in Britain increased "significantly".

A total of 6,045 suicides were recorded among people aged 15 and over, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) said on Tuesday, up 437 or 8% on the previous year.

The number of male suicides increased 8% to 4,552, which at a rate of 18.2 per 100,000 was the highest level since 2002.

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DATE FOR THE DIARY - Tues 23rd April

 

 

After the success of the last 4 sessions, Grandpont Children's Centre are running another evening event on Tuesday 23rd April starting at 7.30pm. Do come along and share your tips and experiences....