Written questions

Down's Syndrome

Commons · Question 126454 · Tabled 10 Apr 2026 · Department of Health and Social Care · Official record

Answered 16 Apr 2026

Question

Asked by Edward Morello

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps his Department is taking to engage people with Down Syndrome in policy development following the consultation entitled Down Syndrome Act 2022 draft statutory guidance, published on 5 Nov

Answer

Answered by Zubir Ahmed, 16 Apr 2026

Through the implementation of the Down Syndrome Act 2022, the Government is striving to improve life outcomes for people with Down syndrome, raise awareness and understanding of their needs, and break down barriers to opportunity that they, and other disa...