THE Samaritans attended the recent Widnes Vikings match against Warrington at the Select Security Stadium.

Volunteers want to make rugby fans aware of their free confidential emotional support service for anyone experiencing distress and despair.

Suicide is the biggest killer of men under 50 and young people 20 to 34.

Gary Birkenhead, director of the local Samaritans branch, said “Whilst Halton has the lowest suicide rate in Cheshire, we cannot be complacent.

To reach Samaritans free call 116 123 or e-mail jo@samaritans.org.