Overview

• Kensington Palace released an eight‑minute video showing the prince becoming emotional as Mannings described losing her one‑year‑old son in 2012 and her husband’s suicide five days later.
• William says “the best way to prevent suicide is to talk about it,” urging early conversations with trusted people to reduce stigma.
• The Royal Foundation’s new National Suicide Prevention Network unites charities across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland alongside the Hub of Hope.
• Founding partners are James’ Place, PIPS Suicide Prevention Ireland, Mikeysline and the Jac Lewis Foundation, with the network chaired by Professor Ann John.
• An initial £1 million commitment over three years will fund research coordination, identify root causes and improve prevention pathways across the UK.