If you've visited Albert Bridge recently you might of noticed small notes of encouragement.

Beat Depression UK's Night Angels descended on the bridge in recent weeks to attach notes for those battling depression.

The last few years have been challenging to everyone's mental health with some finding it hard to see a light at the end of the tunnel.

Mental health charities have been working to reach those people who need help the most and Beat Depression UK has taken to the streets of Battersea to do so.

The notes include a message of love and encouragement to seek help alongside a phone number and link to Beat Depression UK's social media (@BeatDepressionUK)

One note reads: "There is a light inside of you that no one else can shine.

"Do not give up, let us help you find that light."

4,912 deaths by suicide were registered in 2020*, according to the Office of National Statistics.

The male suicide rate was for 15.3 per 100,000 whilst for women it was 4.9 per 100,000.

(*It is important to note, that these deaths didn't all happen in 2020, and we will not know how many did until all deaths are officially registered- this can sometimes take a year or more.)

(The data reported represents suicide registration. This means the figures do not necessarily reflect the date of death.)

If you or anyone you know is affected by the subjects in this article you can call Beat Depression UK on 02076866000.

Their phone lines are open 24 hours a day.

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