AQW 34363/22-27 Written question to the Minister of Health
To ask the Minister of Health for an update on the development of a pilot project for young women who have self-harmed or who are at risk of self-harm, per Theme Four of the Protect Life 2 Implementation Plan 2025-2027.
Asked by Connie Egan MLA on 24 October 2025
- Answered
- Written
- After due date
- Tabled
- 24 October 2025
- Answer due by
- 10 November 2025
- Answered
- 21 November 202528 days after tabling
- Department
- Department of Health
- Priority question
- No
Answer
The Public Health Agency (PHA) has scheduled a programme of work to develop a pilot project for young women who have self-harmed or who are at risk of self-harm for the 2026/27 year, subject to funding.
PHA currently fund the Self-Harm Intervention Programme (SHIP) which provides support for those aged 11 years and older who have self-harmed and have needs at Step 2 of the You in Mind care pathway. Health and Social Care Trusts provide services for those requiring support at Step 3 and Step 4.