Darren Pickstock
Senator Darren Pickstock is a prominent Bahamian politician known for his advocacy on mental health issues. Recently, he has been vocal about the alarming rise in suicides in The Bahamas, labeling it as a 'national crisis' that necessitates immediate action. He emphasizes the importance of addressing the stigma surrounding mental health and suicide, urging society to foster understanding and support. Pickstock has highlighted recent government efforts to improve mental health services, including the Mental Health Act 2022 and increased funding for mental health programs, while calling for collective societal responsibility in preventing suicides.
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Mr Fox said he was asked to endorse Mr Pickstock but replied that he did not know him as a leader.
Rick Fox claps back at PLP suggestion he must mute himself during by-election
Bahamas· 2025-11-17
The PLP has nominated Darren Pickstock as its candidate.
FNM ‘in it to win it’ for by-electionBahamas· 2025-10-30
Darren Pickstock is expected to be ratified for the Golden Isles constituency by the Progressive Liberal Party.
Pickstock expected to be ratified for Golden IslesBahamas· 2025-10-15
Several hopefuls are vying to succeed Mr Miller, including Senator Darren Pickstock.
Pintard deflects on whether FNM will contest by-electionBahamas· 2025-10-09
Senator Darren Pickstock, considered the frontrunner, said Mr Miller’s death was a shock but added that he is ready to serve in whatever capacity the prime minister decides.
FNM candidate: Residents want general electionBahamas· 2025-10-08Senator Darren Pickstock is the frontrunner for the nomination and has confirmed his interest in taking charge.
PM: ‘Stay alert’ amid vote debateBahamas· 2025-10-07
Names circulating for the PLP nomination include Senator Darren Pickstock.
Thompson ready to ‘deliver fair and efficient’ by-election in Golden IslesBahamas· 2025-09-30
Senator Darren Pickstock repeated his call for decriminalisation at the Orange Alert Day Symposium.
AG non-committal on decriminalising suicide amid calls to remove it from lawBahamas· 2025-09-11
Senator Darren Pickstock has described the recent rise in suicides as 'scary' and a 'national crisis' that requires 'urgent attention and action'.
Senator calls recent rise in suicides ‘scary’ and a ‘national crisis’Bahamas· 2025-04-09