AQW 34363/22-27

Ms Connie Egan
Alliance Party
North Down

Tabled Date: 24/10/2025
Answered On Date: 21/11/2025
Priority Written: No

Question:
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.

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.