Written questions

General Practitioners: West Dorset

Commons · Question 11548 · Tabled 19 Jun 2026 · Department of Health and Social Care · Official record

Answered 25 Jun 2026

Question

Asked by Edward Morello

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, whether his Department plans to increase support for GP practices in rural communities in West Dorset.

Answer

Answered by Stephen Kinnock, 25 Jun 2026

We recognise the particular challenges rural communities can face in accessing general practices (GPs), including longer travel times and workforce pressures. We are taking action to improve access across England, including in rural areas such as West Dor...