Written questions

Health Services: Standards

2026-07-12 · Department of Health and Social Care · 18440 · Official question

Mr Will Forster

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps is he taking to address regional differences in NHS healthcare.

Answer

The United Kingdom faces significant health inequalities, with life expectancy and healthy life expectancy varying widely both within and between communities. Through our 10-Year Health Plan, we are committed to tackling the social determinants of health,...