Miles Cross, 33, sentenced to 14 years for selling lethal substances online, contributing to two deaths. A survivor warns of his predatory tactics targeting the vulnerable. If you need support, call Samaritans on 116 123.
A marketing professional reveals the emotional reality of his weekly three-hour shift answering calls for the Samaritans suicide prevention charity. Discover the challenges and rewards of being a listening ear.
Britain's voluntary organisations are battling rising demand and falling funds. As Labour's 'covenant' is tested, we examine if the sector can survive doing more with less.
Britain's voluntary sector faces a severe financial crunch in 2026, with rising demand, falling donations, and government underfunding threatening vital services. Read the analysis and what must be done.
Police Scotland's domestic abuse task force secures 228-year total sentence for 32 offenders. Domestic abuse reports rise 10% as force vows relentless pursuit of perpetrators.
The Independent's SafeCall campaign has raised £165,000 to launch a free, 24/7 national service for the 72,000 young people who go missing in the UK each year. Donate now to support vulnerable children.
HMRC has issued new guidance on tax refunds, explaining when you'll receive a P800 letter and how to resolve payment issues if your address changes. Learn the steps to claim your money.
HM Revenue & Customs and the Department for Work and Pensions confirm festive opening times. Find out when phone lines and Jobcentres are closed over Christmas and New Year.
The Independent's SafeCall campaign has raised £100,000 to fund a confidential helpline for missing children. Over 72,000 children vanish in the UK each year. Support the appeal to help them find a lifeline.
Paulina Szafert, 41, was found dead after an arrest left her 'traumatised'. The inquest heard she was a cherished mother who adored her son and dog. If you are affected, call Samaritans on 116 123.
Actor Douglas Booth shares his grief after his father Simon tragically took his own life in May. He calls for better mental health support for men struggling with loneliness.
Live coverage of Canberra's final sitting week: Reaction to Pauline Hanson's burqa stunt, Senate environmental law battles, and funding for violence against women helpline. Follow our live blog.
Experts reveal the three common household gadgets secretly adding to your energy costs. Switch them off properly to slash your bills and reduce your carbon footprint.
Thames Valley Police urge three Good Samaritans to come forward after helping teenage rape victim in Reading. Witnesses intervened during Saturday night attack.
A compassionate Huntingdon couple opened their home to six blood-covered passengers after a violent attack on a Thameslink service, providing refuge and first aid while waiting for emergency services.
Shocking new data reveals millions of UK families are skipping meals and turning to food banks as the cost of living crisis deepens, with desperate calls to benefits helplines skyrocketing.
Exclusive: The Samaritans charity faces explosive claims of suppressing dissent and bullying staff over controversial plans to shut down local branches across the UK, threatening its vital mental health support network.
A heart-stopping rescue in Texas as quick-thinking neighbours save a two-year-old boy who was left alone in a car and began honking the horn desperately for help.
The Samaritans charity is proceeding with plans to close physical branches across the UK, facing significant opposition from volunteers who warn the move could harm vulnerable callers.
Exclusive: Dozens of Samaritans branches across Britain are set to close or merge in a controversial cost-cutting overhaul that volunteers fear will impact vital mental health support services.
The Samaritans charity launches new regional call centres in Scotland and Yorkshire & Humberside, providing crucial emotional support to vulnerable communities across the UK.
Cats Protection reveals its helpline staff are increasingly providing emotional support to lonely and distressed callers across England and Wales in moving new report.
The UK government is under fire for controversial funding cuts to the Samaritans' helpline. Ofcom has been forced to intervene, sparking a major political row over mental health support.
Dive into The Guardian's curated selection of this week's most compelling stories. Explore the fight against revenge porn, discover revolutionary architecture, and uncover the seismic impact of streaming on the film industry.
Shocking footage captures the moment courageous Melbourne residents wrestle a suspected car thief to the ground in a desperate bid to stop a luxury Mercedes theft, highlighting the city's escalating crime wave.
Dedicated Samaritans volunteers express heartbreak over plans to shut down vital branches, risking access to crucial mental health support across the UK.
DVConnect in Queensland reports a dramatic increase in domestic violence calls, highlighting the urgent need for support and funding.
Despite their critical role in mental health support, the Samaritans struggle with internal resistance to modernisation. Explore the challenges and why adaptation is vital.
The UK government has introduced a round-the-clock breastfeeding support helpline to assist new mothers, offering expert advice and guidance anytime.
The shift to remote work has led to the closure of Samaritans branches, raising concerns about access to mental health support. Experts warn of the consequences for vulnerable individuals.