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Prince William Opens Birmingham Center for Men’s Suicide Prevention

Reports point to a possible trip to Istanbul for the Europa League final.

Overview

  • Prince William opened a new James' Place center in Birmingham that offers free therapy to men in suicidal crisis.
  • He used the visit to stress the need for fast, specialist help for men who feel at risk of taking their lives.
  • The charity is tied to a national suicide-prevention network launched in October 2025 with The Royal Foundation and partner groups.
  • He signaled his Aston Villa support with a claret tie after attending the club’s Europa League semi-final and visiting the dressing room.
  • Reporting cites a Kensington Palace source who says he will try to be in Istanbul for the May 20 final against Freiburg, though plans are not confirmed.