Improved safety measures and increased support for people in crisis will help rail industry prevent and respond to traumatic events.
- new landmark research reveals the most effective measures to prevent railway suicide tragedies
- coincides with World Suicide Prevention Day, as Samaritans calls on the public to take action if they think someone might be suicidal
- government requires all publicly owned train operators to provide regular suicide prevention training
Passengers and rail staff are at the heart of new government-funded research published today (10 September 2025), looking into the most effective measures to save lives and protect families from the devastating impact of railway suicide.
Improved safety measures, responsible media reporting and increased support for people in crisis are among the most important strategies aimed to help the rail industry both prevent and respond to traumatic events.
Every suicide represents a significant and tragic loss of life with far-reaching impacts on families, friends, rail staff and the broader community and the government is committed to preventing such tragedies and supporting those affected.
See understanding suicides on the rail network research f
