28/05/2026
We welcome the publication of Ireland's Strategy to Reduce Su***de and Self-Harm - Connecting for Life: 2026 - 2035, Ireland’s new 10-year su***de and self-harm reduction strategy.
The strategy, launched by An Taoiseach, Micheál Martin, Minister of Health, Jennifer Carroll McNeill and Minister of State for Mental Health Mary Butler and Minister of State at the Department of Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform, Kevin Moran, aims to deliver a sustained reduction in su***de and self-harm, ensuring that people have access to timely, compassionate, and effective supports.
Connecting for Life: 2026 - 2035, recognises the importance of a whole-of-government and whole-of-society approach to address the wide range of factors that influence su***de and self-harm. It reflects a growing understanding that public awareness, early intervention and strong community supports can save lives.
We look forward to working with the Ministers, all Government departments, the HSE and our members to support the implementation of this vital strategy over the coming years.
Read our full statement here 👉 https://mentalhealthreform.ie/news/mental-health-reform-welcomes-new-national-su***de-and-self-harm-reduction-strategy/