Prince William launches a Thames river safety campaign as he urges passers-by to intervene if they think someone could be about to take their own life He said he was shocked to learn of the 700 incidents in a year along the river After meeting grieving relatives, he said: ‘Their stories are heart-breaking' William took to the Thames in a London Port Authority boat as part of the drive
By Rebecca English Royal Correspondent For The Daily Mail
Published: 01:02 BST, 22 May 2019 | Updated: 07:16 BST, 22 May 2019
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Prince William launched a river safety campaign on the Thames yesterday and said everyone has a role to play in saving lives.
William, who has campaigned for better prevention and awareness of male suicide, said he was shocked to learn of the 700 incidents in a year along the river, including 30 deaths.
After meeting grieving relatives, he said: ‘Their stories are heart-breaking reminders of how
