World Suicide Prevention Day 2023

Early day motion 1571, tabled 5 September 2023 by Jim Shannon (DUP). Signed by 19 members.

That this House marks World Suicide Prevention Day 2023, held on 10 September; highlights this year's aim to focus attention on the issue, reduce stigma and raise awareness among organizations, governments and the public, giving a singular message that suicides are preventable; notes the theme for World Suicide Prevention Day 2021-2023 is creating hope through action and that whilst there has been a reduction in the number of people committing suicide over the last 10 years, the numbers are still worryingly high; further highlights how this day offers an opportunity to remind people that it's good to talk and that recovery is always possible; thanks organisations such as the International Association for Suicide Prevention and the World Health Organisation for the key roles they play in promoting the importance of suicide prevention; and encourages those with suicidal thoughts to always speak to someone and know the necessary support is there to help people overcome difficult times.

Signatures by party: Scottish National Party 4, DUP 3, Labour 3, Plaid Cymru 3, Independent 2, Alba 1, Conservative 1, Green 1, Liberal Democrat 1.