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Keyham Shootings
22 September 2021
Lead MP
Luke Pollard
Debate Type
Adjournment Debate
Tags
NHSMental HealthChildren & Families
Other Contributors: 1
At a Glance
Luke Pollard raised concerns about keyham shootings in the House of Commons. A government minister responded. Other MPs also contributed.
How the Debate Unfolded
MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said:
Lead Contributor
Opened the debate
The MP spoke about the tragic shooting in Keyham, Plymouth that resulted in five deaths and two injuries. He highlighted the collective trauma faced by the community, including over 300 eyewitnesses, many of whom are children. Pollard emphasised the need for long-term support to help the community heal from the psychological impact, which includes providing educational psychologists, social workers, youth workers, mental health services, bereavement support, and additional policing. He praised the cross-party response in Plymouth and requested funding to address these needs.
Expressed sympathy for those affected by the shooting and acknowledged the need for long-term support. Pledged government assistance and outlined a £1 million investment in community safety, policing, and mental health services.
Government Response
The Minister thanked Luke Pollard for his speech and acknowledged the tragedy. He stated that the government has allocated over £1 million in additional funding to support the recovery effort, including £800,000 for community safety and policing, and almost £300,000 for local mental health services. The Minister also mentioned the availability of educational psychologists, caseworkers, and trauma counselling for children and young people who witnessed the event. He reaffirmed the government's commitment to supporting the Plymouth community through this difficult time.
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