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Introducing the What if Podcast with Amy Irons
Our new podcast is presented by TV & radio star Amy Irons. Her partner Wayne died by suicide in 2018.
We've launched a brand new podcast as part of our mission to have Scotland’s biggest ever conversation about suicide.
The What if Podcast is presented by TV & radio star Amy Irons, who will be joined by some brilliant guests.
Amy is herself bereaved by suicide, having lost partner Wayne in 2018.
Now she’s using the power of her own lived and living experience to guide a series of unique conversations.
Watch the latest episodes here
You can also listen wherever you get your podcasts including Apple, Spotify and Amazon Music
01 | What if...we need to talk about suicide?
02 | What if...a dog could save your life?
Learn about our campaign's impact
We've been tracking the impact of our campaign, "What if a conversation about suicide could save a life?" - click here to learn more.
Find support near you
No matter what you’re thinking or feeling, or the situation you’re in, there’s always a way forward.
There are different types of support and services across Scotland.
Our services directory will connect you to help near you.
Enabling conversations
In partnership with V&A Dundee, we've co-produced a new toolkit for young people experiencing suicidal thoughts.
The aim is to give them support to keep themselves safe - and reach out to a safe person (sometimes called a trusted adult).
You can find both resources here.
Creating Hope Together - Conference 2025
Visit our hub to find out information and resources from this year's annual Suicide Prevention Conference - click here.
Finding hope: Ross
Ross made a plan to die by suicide.
He felt completely hopeless, but for the intervention of his friend Megan who slowly guided him to safety with mountain walks and non-judgement chat.
Ross wants you to know it is ok to ask, are you thinking about suicide?
Suicide Prevention Scotland
Suicide Prevention is the community of people and organisations working to deliver Creating Hope Together.
Creating Hope Together is the Scottish Government and COSLA's joint long-term suicide prevention strategy.
We're working in a bold new way that puts collaboration at the heart of our approach to preventing suicide.
Latest news, blogs & features
Stay up to date with all the latest from the Suicide Prevention Scotland team
704 people; no joy, but there is with hope
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Reflecting on death by suicide data for 2024
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TV and radio star Amy Irons to present new What if Podcast
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Listen to our new podcast
Our new Creating Hope podcast, powered by Public Health Scotland is ideal for people who work in suicide prevention - listen here, below or wherever you get your podcasts.