Make mental health support mandatory offshore, say psychologists

It comes after new research shows one in five oil workers have thoughts of suicide or self-harm.

Psychologists are calling for mental health support to be mandatory on all offshore installations.

It comes after new research shows one in five oil workers have thoughts of suicide or self-harm.

Those in the industry believe uncertainty over job security and feelings of isolation are putting the safety of workers at risk.

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Last updated Jan 20th, 2026 at 19:15

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