Volunteers took to train stations to combat "Blue Monday" which is said to be the most difficult day of the year.

Scotrail Alliance and the Samaritans joined together to create "Brew Monday" to raise awareness of how a simple conversation can be lifesaving.

Volunteers from the Samaritans were at Edinburgh Waverley, Glasgow Central and Inverness stations handing out teabags and chatting with customers.

This comes after Scotrail announced that 300 of its staff have received suicide prevention training.

David Lister, ScotRail Alliance sustainability & safety assurance director, said: "Winter days are long and dark, and that can affect people in lots of different ways.

"We're asking people to keep an eye out for each other on the railway, and if they see someone who looks vulnerable, ask if they're okay or speak to a member of staff.

"It only takes a moment and can make the difference between life and death."