Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN 117714

Audiology: Community Health Services

Tabled: 4 March 2026
Answered: 12 March 2026

Question

Jim Shannon

Democratic Unionist PartyStrangford

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, whether his Department plans to introduce a community-based audiology service for adults to improve access to assessment and treatment.

Answer

Stephen Kinnock
Community health services are a fundamental part of the health and care system and an essential building block in developing a neighbourhood health service. Integrated care boards (ICBs) are responsible for the provision and commissioning of community hea...

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