Debate contribution: Domestic Homicide Reviews: Suicide

Debate contribution by Mr Gerry Kelly on 9 March 2026.

MLA: Mr Gerry Kelly
Party at the time: Sinn Féin
Date: 9 March 2026
Type: Debate contribution
Business: Oral Answers to Questions
Heading: Domestic Homicide Reviews: Suicide
Assembly identifier: Official Report component 5453177

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Gabhaim buíochas leis an Aire as a freagra.
As I think the Minister is saying, the links between domestic abuse and suicide are well established. I argue that there is still a case for expanding domestic homicide reviews to include deaths by suicide. The real argument that the Minister has given is about resource. However, she also mentioned expertise. Surely, expertise and experience have been gained over the past 10 years in England and Wales, where they have expanded the legislation. Therefore, if it is — I do not want to say "only" a matter of resource, because, of course, it affects the —.

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This follow-up belongs to: Oral question AQO 3231/22-27.

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