Require inquests into the death of a child by suicide to be private

We want the government to change law in relation to the death of a child by suicide. We think that all inquests involving these children should be conducted privately, shielded from the public and the media.

2,701 Signatures

Status
Open
Opened
Tuesday 1st April 2025
Last 24 hours signatures
17
Signature Deadline
Wednesday 1st October 2025
Estimated Final Signatures: 3,034

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Any media publications should only be with the consent of the parent and follow Samaritans guidelines.

If the media have access to this information, they can publish articles which can cause immense distress to family, friends, and the wider community. No family should have to endure this.


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