Inspired by his son's final letter, Mike helped create a workplace pledge for suicide prevention, aiming to implement supportive measures across companies of all sizes.

Moved to tears, Mike held the Baton of Hope, a symbol of the UK's largest suicide prevention effort, as he reflected on Ross's final wish and the importance of practical actions and awareness.

The Baton of Hope campaign, beginning in Blackpool and ending in London on October 10, will travel across 20 UK locations, with BBC Breakfast covering its progress, symbolizing hope and moving away from despair.

Rachel Burden offered comfort during Mike’s emotional moment, acknowledging Ross would be proud of his father's advocacy.

The article highlights the importance of practical actions and awareness in mental health advocacy, with links to support organizations and mentions of Sky News presenters.

Sky News presenter Mike McCarthy shared an emotional story on BBC Breakfast about his late son Ross, who died at 31, and his efforts to honor Ross's dying wish for better mental health support and suicide prevention.

Ross's final wish was for his family to campaign for improved mental health services, inspiring Mike to launch a public awareness campaign and participate in the Baton of Hope, a UK-wide initiative visiting 20 locations to raise awareness.

Mike expressed gratitude for the community of families affected by suicide and emphasized that awareness efforts are as vital as practical change.

Using his platform, Mike promotes mental health organizations like Samaritans, CALM, and Papyrus, highlighting the need for accessible crisis help.

Mike co-founded the '3 Dads Walking' campaign with other fathers who lost children to suicide, to raise awareness and foster community support through shared experiences.

During the broadcast, Mike was overwhelmed with emotion while reading Ross's letter and discussing his campaign efforts, which he sees as fulfilling Ross's dying wish.

He reflected on the grieving process and the significance of community support and awareness in mental health advocacy.