upsetting or offensive websites > upsetting websites > Are web-sites that provide information about committing suicide illegal?
Although the 1961 Suicide Act makes it an offence to help another person to commit or attempt suicide, providing information about suicide may not necessarily be prohibited.
If you worried about this type of content then you should take the time to learn more about Internet safety and tools such as filtering software. The following websites offer useful, free advice on Internet safety.
If you have suicidal thoughts, or know someone who does, you can contact the Samaritans or Papyrus or your local GP for immediate assistance.Last updated on April 15, 2008 by The E-Victims Organisation