Liam Payne fans’ call for new law after tragic death set to be debated in Parliament after campaign hits 100k signatures

A PETITION to protect stars’ mental health in the wake of Liam Payne’s death has gained more than 100,000 signatures.

The campaign for a Liam’s Law can now be debated in the Commons.

A petition to protect stars’ mental health in the wake of Liam Payne’s death has gained more than 100,000 signatures

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A petition to protect stars’ mental health in the wake of Liam Payne’s death has gained more than 100,000 signaturesCredit: Splash

The petition calls on the entertainment industry to provide more support for its stars, including adequate rest periods and regular mental health check-ups.

It adds: “The increasing rate of musicians who die before age 35, is concerning.

“We need to act now!”

Liam, 31, fell from a hotel balcony in Argentina last week.

The One Direction singer, who raised millions for charity, had been open about his mental health and battles with alcohol and substance abuse.

His family’s MP, Tory Mike Wood, said: “Liam’s passing is yet another reminder that anybody can suffer from poor mental health, no matter how famous or successful.

“If other families can be spared grief because the industry becomes more aware of the need to support artists then I hope it might bring some comfort.”

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport headed by Lisa Nandy, said: “We are very open to discussions, if and when raised, on how artists’ mental health can be better safeguarded.

“The Government is committed to recruiting 8,500 mental health workers to provide faster treatment.”

Liam’s dad, Geoff, is in Argentina and faces a wait to fly his son’s body home.

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A source said: “He is living every parent’s worst nightmare.

“I know he has been so moved by the outpouring of love and the tributes from across the world.”

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