Messages of hope and support have been tied to a bridge aimed at those feeling low and suicidal.
North Bridge in Halifax has been adorned with laminated, handwritten messages that reach out to those in need thanks to the selfless work of a group called Bridge The Gap.
Where to get help if you're struggling
You don't have to suffer in silence if you're struggling with your mental health. Here are some groups you can contact when you need help.
Samaritans: Phone 116 123, 24 hours a day, or email jo@samaritans.org, in confidence
Childline: Phone 0800 1111. Calls are free and won't show up on your bill
Platform 1 men's community group: Support for issues including mental health problems and addiction recovery. Visit the website or call 01484 421143.
Andy's Man Club: info@andysmanclub.co.uk
PAPYRUS: A voluntary organisation supporting suicidal teens and young adults. Phone 0800 068 4141
Mind: A charity offering support and advice for people with mental health problems.
Students Against Depression: A website for students who are depressed, have low mood, or are suicidal. Click here to visit
Bullying UK: A website for both children and adults affected by bullying. Click here
Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM): For young men who are feeling unhappy. There's a website and a helpline: 0800 58 58 58
MindOut: Provide support and advice on mental health for members of LGBTQ communities. Phone 01273 234839
The organisation attach messages to bridges providing comfort to people at their lowest, and by doing so hope to prevent people taking drastic measures to end their lives.
Messages such as “it does get better” and “it’s okay to not be okay as long as you are not giving up” were tied to North Bridge on Sunday, where three people have fallen to their deaths in the last 12 months.
The body of 11-year-old Ursula Keogh was found below the bridge in January.
Last week, the Examiner revealed that Calderdale Council were planning to spend £200,000 on protective measures at the bridge after concerns were raised by a coroner over the recent suicides.
Bridge The Gap was founded by Lisa Barnes, who was talked down from her own suicide bid on a bridge last year. Lisa recently visited Scammonden Bridge to leave similar messages for people in need.
