Written questions

Genomics: Data Protection

Commons · Question 101985 · Tabled 2 Jan 2026 · Department of Health and Social Care · Official record

Answered 12 Jan 2026

Question

Asked by Blake Stephenson

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, pursuant to the answer of 6 November 2025 to written question 79826, what discussions he has had with the Secretary of State for Defence on the national security implications of the creation of a l

Answer

Answered by Zubir Ahmed, 12 Jan 2026

Data is the driving force of modern economies and technology and is strategically important nationally and globally. However, we know this data can be exploited by those seeking to counter United Kingdom interests and we are taking action to secure our da...