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The Islington suicides: young men who can’t go on
Stepping off the plane at Heathrow after a long, hot journey from the United States, Paul Kelly and his wife were ushered into a small, private room by airport staff. Inside, their son Nicholas was...
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Islington suicide centre plans to expand
From the Maytree Centre website A respite centre for the suicidal in Finsbury Park is launching a new fundraising initiative to expand and raise awareness in the area. Maytree Centre allows those who...
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Dignity in drama
Chris Larner wrote and acts in one man show, An Instinct for Kindness. Image: The Pleasance Theatre Actor Chris Larner accompanied his ex-wife Allyson Lee to Switzerland in order to take her own life...
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Man suicide falling from the Archway Bridge
Archway Bridge Archway Bridge was the scene of a fifth suicide in three years this week. A 28-year-old man died after jumping from the bridge at around 12.30pm on Friday. The man, who was previously...
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Warring councillors delay ‘Suicide Bridge’ changes
A suicide hotspot remains untouched six months after bereaved families were promised changes by authorities, Islington Now has learnt. Haringey and Islington engaged in an underhand blame game as...
View ArticleLocals blast distasteful banner on Archway’s ‘Suicide Bridge’
Windscreen repair companyAutoglass was forced to distance itself from a “distasteful” banner displayed on an Islington bridge known for its high number of suicides. The banner, which read: “For...
View ArticleHolloway prison closure possible factor in death of relocated inmate
The closure of Holloway Prison caused significant stress to prisoners, and was a possible factor in the subsequent death of a relocated inmate, a report on its impact has concluded. A study published...
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