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IOPC's death figures: mental health and substance abuse 'key issues'
IOPC Director General said the stats showed a familiar picture of an "over-reliance on the police service" ill-equipped to deal with people whose "needs aren't adequately met by other services".
Date - 29th July 2021
By - Chloe Livadeas
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By - Chloe Livadeas
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