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Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood: Research

Commons · Question 108015 · Tabled 23 Jan 2026 · Department of Health and Social Care · Official record

Answered 2 Feb 2026

Question

Asked by Lee Anderson

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps his Department is taking to increase research into Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood.

Answer

Answered by Ashley Dalton, 2 Feb 2026

We recognise the devastating impact of sudden unexplained death in childhood (SUDC) on affected families and communities. It is important that grieving families and friends who have lost loved ones have access to the support they need, when they need it. ...