Issue - meetings

To consider the attached report.

The committee received a report and presentation from representatives from the Public Health Team and the Mental Health Partnership following a request for information relating to Suicide Prevention and services available across Cheshire East, including wider support for families impacted by those with mental health issues, how services are accessed, and are support services working?

Members were informed that there are two Boards that have oversight of this thematic area, the Self Harm and Suicide Prevention Board and the Mental Health Partnership Board. Suicide Prevention is a significant concern for the Cheshire East Health and Care system, with the Self-Harm and Suicide Prevention Board implementing an action plan for 2025-2027.

Details of the priorities of the Mental Health Plan and the connectivity with the Self-Harm and Suicide prevention work were highlighted to Members. Information detailing key services and sources of information for residents, with additional information specifically in relation to support for carers and children and families.

It was discussed that whilst there are support services available and significant work is underway to raise awareness of these, there continues to be concern regarding levels of mental ill health, self-harm and suicide. Officers and partners continue to work hard to counter this, but service capacity continues to be an issue.

RESOLVED:

That the committee thanked those in attendance for their contribution and noted that content of the information provided.