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Baroness in Waiting/Government Whip (Baroness Blake of Leeds) (Lab)

Speaking in the House of Lords on 9 February 2026

Debate

Hospitals: Delayed Discharges

Contribution

My Lords, we know that too many people are delayed leaving hospital. We are determined to tackle this. This winter, we are ensuring that NHS trusts focus on improving in-hospital processes and work with local authorities to tackle the longest delays. We are providing targeted support to the most challenged systems. These efforts are backed by £9 billion through the better care fund, enabling the NHS and local authorities to work together to reduce discharge delays.

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