Written questions

Alcoholism: Health Services

Commons · Question 117164 · Tabled 2 Mar 2026 · Department of Health and Social Care · Official record

Answered 16 Mar 2026

Question

Asked by James McMurdock

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps he is taking to improve access to treatment and engagement with services for people experiencing alcohol dependence in South Basildon and East Thurrock constituency.

Answer

Answered by Sharon Hodgson, 16 Mar 2026

The Government is committed to ensuring that anyone with an alcohol problem can access the help and support they need, including in South Basildon and East Thurrock, and we recognise the need for evidence-based, high-quality treatment.Local authorities ar...