Written questions

Sleep: Health Education

Commons · Question 103418 · Tabled 6 Jan 2026 · Department for Education · Official record

Answered 22 Apr 2026

Question

Asked by Lee Anderson

To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what steps she is taking to increase awareness among parents of safe sleeping practices for babies.

Answer

Answered by Olivia Bailey, 22 Apr 2026

Advice on safe sleeping is provided to parents through health visitors, midwives and early years professionals at key points during pregnancy and a child’s early months, in line with nationally recognised guidance. Best Start Family Hubs act as a front do...