Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: March 26, 2025

Purpose:

Content: The Executive Mayor and Cabinet RESOLVED;   2.1 To review and endorse the multi-agency Self-Harm and Suicide Strategy 2025-2028 attached at Appendix 1, including the priorities and proposed activities contained within, and the multi-agency governance arrangements underpinning delivery of this agenda.   2.2 To note that the strategy has been developed by the Council in conjunction with local partners, and requires partnership between agencies to deliver its objectives, including the voluntary sector, NHS, education, railway colleagues and Police. This partnership exists most visibly through the borough’s Multi-Agency Suicide and Self-Harm Prevention Steering Group.   2.3 To agree to receive an annual report of progress to deliver the Suicide and Self-Harm Prevention strategy, to be produced by the multi-agency Suicide and Self-Harm Prevention Steering Group, to ensure Members are kept informed of key developments and provide an opportunity to update Member’s knowledge and understanding of the topic.