North Lincolnshire to host Baton Of Hope Tour in 2025 as part of UK’s largest suicide prevention initiative

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North Lincolnshire has been selected as one of the 20 UK locations to host the Baton Of Hope Tour in 2025 with applications open to be a baton bearer.

The tour, just in its second year of running, is the largest suicide prevention initiative in the UK. It was established by fathers Mike McCarthy and Steve Phillip, both of whom tragically lost a son to suicide.

The tour will commence in Blackpool on September 1, pass through North Lincolnshire on Monday, September 15, and conclude in London on October 10.

Cllr Christine Patterson, cabinet member for healthy lives and places at North Lincolnshire Council, said: “We are honoured to be one of the lucky 20 locations chosen to be part of such an iconic tour.

“Suicide prevention is a shared responsibility, and the Baton Of Hope Tour is an incredible and empowering opportunity for people and communities to come together and show solidarity in breaking down the stigma around suicide and mental health.

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“We are planning for the baton to make several landmark stops across North Lincolnshire and are looking for individuals and organisations to play a vital role in helping the baton make its journey across the county by becoming a baton bearer.

“Applications are open now until 31 January 2025 and invite anyone who is interested to participate in this special day and dedicated to changing the narrative surrounding suicide to find out more and apply.”

All the details, including how to apply are available on the Baton of Hope website.

Original artice: https://www.grimsbytelegraph.co.uk/all-about/scunthorpe

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