UK Emergency Numbers (Quick Access)
Crisis Support Directory — United Kingdom
Emergency Numbers (UK) — Quick Access
If you (or someone you’re supporting) feels unsafe, overwhelmed, or in danger — use the quickest option below. You don’t have to figure it out alone.
If you are in immediate danger, call 999 (or 112) now. If it feels safe, reach out to a trusted person and take one small step at a time.
Quick access (UK)
🚨 Emergency (Police / Ambulance / Fire)
Call 999 now (or 112 from a mobile) if there is immediate danger.
Tip: If you can’t talk, stay on the line — the operator can still help.
🩺 Urgent medical help (not life-threatening)
Call 111 for urgent health advice, out-of-hours care, and guidance on what to do next.
🧡 Samaritans (free 24/7 listening)
Call 116 123 for free, confidential support (24 hours a day).
💬 Shout (UK crisis text line)
Text SHOUT to 85258 for free, confidential text support (24/7).
🧒 Childline (children & young people)
Call 0800 1111 for free, confidential support for under-19s.
🆘 If you can’t talk on the phone
If speaking feels hard, choose a text/chat option (Shout) or use NHS 111 online where available.
Mental health crisis support (UK)
🧠 Urgent mental health help
If you or someone you’re with is in a mental health crisis, you can still use 999/112 in immediate danger. Otherwise, start with NHS 111 (England) for urgent support and next steps.
Find urgent help (by UK nation)
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These buttons take you to the most common official “first step” services. (We can refine later by adding local crisis lines / trust links if you want.)