Written questions

Eating Disorders

Lords · Question HL1726 · Tabled 7 Jul 2026 · Department of Health and Social Care · Official record

Answered 13 Jul 2026

Question

Asked by Baroness Debbonaire

To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the adequacy of treatment for eating disorders for (1) people under 18, and (2) people over 18, in each of the health boards in England.

Answer

Answered by Baroness Merron, 13 Jul 2026

NHS England has recently updated guidance for children and young people’s eating disorder services, strengthening early identification, and ensuring care is joined up across schools, primary care, and specialist services, with faster access to treatment w...