Today, it has been reported that the suicide prevention charity, Samaritans is set to close over 100 of its branches in the UK, including in Wales.

In response to the closures, Plaid Cymru health spokesperson, Mabon ap Gwynfor expressed particular concern on the impact the closures will have on the Welsh Government’s suicide prevention strategy.

Mr ap Gwynfor also expressed concerns over the future availability of suicide prevention services through the medium of Welsh.

The Plaid Cymru MS called for ‘urgent explanations’ from the Welsh Government.

Plaid Cymru health spokesperson, Mabon ap Gwynfor, said:“The work that the Samaritans do day in, day out is invaluable. The news of so many branches closing will be met with disappointment and fear in Wales and across the UK.

"We need urgent explanations from the Welsh Government about what this means for Wales' mental health and suicide prevention strategy.

"We must also recognise the invaluable service offered by the Samaritans through the medium of Welsh - a service that we must try to protect."