Botulism
Lords · Question HL3139 · Tabled 7 Sep 2026 · Department of Health and Social Care · Official record
Answered 16 Sep 2026
Question
Asked by Baroness Bennett of Manor Castle
To ask His Majesty's Government what steps they are taking to improve the recording of cases of iatrogenic, foodborne and other botulism in humans and domestic and wild animals; and what actions they are taking to support improved global data collection o
Answer
Answered by Baroness Merron, 16 Sep 2026
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) records all cases of botulism in humans, including iatrogenic and foodborne botulism. Foodborne, infant, and wound botulism are very rare. Iatrogenic botulism cases only emerged in England in 2025 and have not yet bee...