21 May 2013: Suicide and self-harm in the Immigration Detention Network

The Commonwealth and Immigration Ombudsman, Mr Colin Neave, today released a report titled: Suicide and Self-harm in the Immigration Detention Network.

“The Department of Immigration and Citizenship (the department) has accepted all of the recommendations in the report, either in full or in principle. The Ombudsman will monitor the implementation of the recommendations.” Mr Neave said.

Mr Neave acknowledges the willingness of the department and its service providers to work with the Ombudsman to improve the wellbeing of people in immigration detention.

The report can be accessed at: www.ombudsman.gov.au/reports/investigation/2013

The report contains information that some readers may find confronting or disturbing. Media representatives are requested to report in accordance with established media protocols for the reporting of suicide and self-harm. See www.mindframe-media.info/ for further information.

Contact:
George Masri, Deputy Ombudsman (Acting)
0408 511 733

Date of release: 21 May 2013