Publish date: 17 December 2025
Mersey Care and Liverpool City Council have commissioned Merseyside Domestic Violence and Stalking service (MDVS) to develop a toolkit and training for professionals, to help prevent suicide linked to domestic abuse.
We invite you to participate in a 60-minute consultation session
Why is this important?
- Suicide rates in Liverpool remain notably higher than the national average
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Evidence at both national and local levels consistently shows that domestic abuse is a key factor in many suicides
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The risk of suicide related to domestic abuse increases across services without being recognised early or addressed in a coordinated manner.
What does the consultation session involve?
- A 60-minute session for professionals to share experiences and ideas
- The goal is to understand how suicide risk linked to domestic abuse appears in different roles, and what would help professionals respond more confidently.
What will be discussed?
- Signs that someone affected by domestic abuse may be struggling
- How to spot suicide risk even if someone seems “okay”
- What actions are available when there are concerns about the person causing harm
- What extra guidance would help professionals feel more confident in responding.
How to get involved
- Register your interest (places are limited and will be confirmed to ensure a focused and balanced discussion)
- If you can’t attend, you may be offered a short questionnaire to share your insights
- For questions, contact MDVS at info@mdvs.org.
