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William’s words of support for forces families and veterans bereaved by suicide

Source: PA Archive

The Prince of Wales has expressed his support for families bereaved by suicide in the Armed Forces community, telling them: “Please know that you are not alone”.

Heir to the throne William has written a foreword for a series of guides for military veterans and their loved ones published by Suicide Bereavement UK on Wednesday.

The prince described how he and of Wales had met many bereaved families over the years and understood the “power that comes from sharing experiences”.

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