In this episode of Question The Default, Harry is joined by former Home Secretary and Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, Sir Sajid Javid to explore the personal loss that reshaped his perspective on mental health and responsibility.

Sajid opens up about the devastating moment he learned his brother Tariq had died by suic*de, and the resulting determination to prevent future suic*des while serving in one of the most demanding roles in government.

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