In the first half of 2022 there were 2515 suicides recorded by a coroner – this figure is in line with previous years and illustrates that the fall in suicides in 2020 was only a brief respite, according to the Office for National Statistics. Moreover, suicide prevention services are now facing an increase in demand arising from a variety of factors, including the long-term consequences of the pandemic and the cost-of-living crisis.

With a new Government Suicide Prevention Plan due for release this year, now is the time to reflect on the important progress being made by suicide prevention services, as well as the challenges remaining. Through sharing best practice to develop robust and inclusive services that can cope with increasing demand, organisations from across the sector can work together to deliver high quality support to those that need it.

There were 5583 suicides recorded in 2021 in England and Wales
The overall suicide rate in 2021 was 10.5 per 100,000, up from 10.0 in 2020 but below 10.8 in 2019
Men aged 50-54 have the highest suicide rate (22.5 per 100,000)
Join us at the National Suicide Prevention Conference 2023: Providing Targeted Care Through Support Services to hear the latest policy updates and advice on suicide prevention from leading experts and leaders across the sector. Engage with best practice case studies covering key topics including partnership working, targeting high-risk populations and incorporating lived experience into prevention initiatives. Take advantage of the opportunity to network with senior colleagues from across the field and discuss common challenges and solutions in delivering suicide prevention and support services.

This one day online conference will provide:
• High-level keynotes on the latest policy initiatives and guidance for providing effective suicide prevention services
• Learn from exemplary case studies showcasing best practice methods to deliver suicide prevention strategies
• Networking opportunities with senior colleagues from across the sector
• 8 hours of CPD points towards your yearly quota.