“Too many people die by suicide,” says prevention lobbyist

But ManxPACT is concerned that the healthcare system is overwhelmed and can’t cope

A lobbyist for suicide prevention is urging Tynwald to take further steps in implementing the government’s suicide prevention strategy.

Current statistics show that fourteen people died by suicide last year, a higher rate per 100,000 than in Britain.

Juan Moore has openly shared his own mental health struggles and subsequently founded ManxPACT, a support network that provides a friendly face to those in need.

Mr. Moore speculated on why he thinks implementing the plan could prove difficult:

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You can find the government’s suicide prevention strategy in full HERE.