Written questions

Health Services: Launceston

Commons · Question 69714 · Tabled 21 Jul 2025 · Department of Health and Social Care · Official record

Answered 1 Sep 2025

Question

Asked by Ben Maguire

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what assessment his Department has made of the adequacy of the provision of healthcare services in Launceston, in the context of the upcoming closure of the Launceston Minor Injuries Unit.

Answer

Answered by Karin Smyth, 1 Sep 2025

The Government is aware of the temporary closure of the Launceston Minor Injuries Unit (MIU), which is a decision that was made due to staffing challenges. The responsibility for the delivery, implementation, and funding decisions for services ultimately ...