North Ayrshire took their own lives in 2019 - down from 22 suicides in 2018.The figure was presented at a North Ayrshire Council meeting this week as fears were expressed about the impact of lockdown on mental health.It is unknown how many suicides took place throughout 2020 during the pandemic as official information is yet to be released.Independent Councillor Donald L Reid asked for information on suicide levels and mentioned the “social isolation and loneliness experienced by many since the beginning of the corona pandemic.”The Kilbirnie and Beith politician asked if special measures are in place to support those at risk at the council meeting on Wednesday.Irvine councillor Robert Foster said there is currently no data available for.
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