In April 2005 the HAZ Prevention of Suicide and Self Harm Task group was set up to address the concerns around the issues of Suicide and Self Harm in North and West Belfast.
North and West Belfast has a population of around 150,000 living in some of the most socially and economically disadvantaged wards in NI. The area has a well-developed community sector and a large youth population. Research has shown a higher rate of mental illness in the Trust area than elsewhere in NI. The impact of the Troubles has been widespread. In NI there are on average 150 deaths each year due to suicide. In 2002 the suicide rate for the area was 19 per 100,000 compared to10 per 100,000 for the rest of NI. Read briefing
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Report Launch
The launch of the report of the HAZ Task Group on the Prevention of Suicide and Self-Harm took place on Monday 26th June in Belfast City Hall. Speakers at the event, which was Chaired by HAZ Council Member, Murdo Murray, included Task Group Chair, Bernie McNally; Mary Black, HAZ Leader; and Moira Doherty, Chair of the Vulnerable Young People Sub group. Those attending the launch heard about the work during the year, the identified priorities and implementation plans. Download the report here.
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