North Lincolnshire has been chosen as one of the 20 locations in the UK to host the Baton of Hope Tour in September 2025.
The tour, in just its second year of running, is the UK’s largest suicide prevention initiative. It was founded by fathers Mike McCarthy and Steve Phillip, who both lost a son to suicide.
It will start in Blackpool on 1 September, travel through North Lincolnshire on Monday 15 September, and end in London on 10 October 2025.
Cllr Christine Patterson, cabinet member for healthy lives and places said: “We are honoured to be one of the lucky 20 locations chosen to be part of such an iconic tour.
“Suicide prevention is a shared responsibility, and the Baton of Hope Tour is an incredible and empowering opportunity for people and communities to come together and show solidarity in breaking down the stigma around suicide and mental health.
“We are planning for the baton to make several landmark stops across North Lincolnshire and are looking for individuals and organisations to play a vital role in helping the baton make its journey across the county by becoming a baton bearer.
“Applications are open now until 31 March 2025 and invite anyone who is interested to participate in this special day and dedicated to changing the narrative surrounding suicide to find out more and apply.”
All the details, including how to apply are available on the Baton of Hope website.
