Information for the public
- Mental health
If you need help with mental health or have concerns about yourself or someone else, some organisations can offer support. Here are some important contacts that you can reach out to.
Emergency Help
If you have concerns about yourself or someone you know, call 999 or go to A&E immediately.
Organisations for Support
PAPYRUS HOPELINEUK
For anyone under 35 who is thinking about suicide or concerned about a young person’s safety.
- Call: 0800 068 4141
- Text: 07860039967
- Email: pat@papyrus-uk.org
- Available: 9 am to midnight, every day of the year
Childline
This is for anyone under 19 who needs to discuss anything bothering them.
- Call: 0800 1111
- Available: 24/7
Shout Crisis Text Line
A text-based support service for anyone in crisis.
- Text “SHOUT” to 85258
- If you’re under 19, text “YM”
- Available: 24/7
Samaritans
A service that listens and provides support for anyone struggling.
- Call: 116 123
- Email: jo@samaritans.org
- Available: 24/7, every day of the year. Free to call from any phone
NHS 24 Mental Health Hub
For people in Scotland who need mental health support.
- Call: 111
- Available: 24/7
Breathing Space
A mental health support service in Scotland.
- Call: 0800 83 85 87
- Available:
- Weekends: 6 pm Friday to 6 am Monday
- Weekdays:6 pm to 2 am (Monday to Thursday)