Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN 16970

Emergency Services: Suicide

Tabled: 8 July 2026
Answered: 16 July 2026
Named Day

Question

Sarah Olney

Liberal DemocratRichmond Park

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, how many emergency workers have died by suicide each year since 2015.

Answer

Karin Smyth
Every suicide is a tragedy that has devastating and enduring impacts on families, friends and communities. The Government recognises the demanding nature of working in emergency settings, and that staff may require more complex mental wellbeing support du...

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