Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN 103606
Children's Play: Health Services
Tabled: 6 January 2026
Answered: 15 January 2026
Question
Tom Hayes
Labour — Bournemouth East
To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps he is taking to build capacity in the health play professional sector, including training, qualifications and registration, as sought in NHS England's Play Well toolkit published in June
Answer
Ashley DaltonThe Department recognises the importance of supporting and maintaining children’s right to play in healthcare settings.The NHS England and Starlight Play Well Toolkit, published in June 2025, includes the first national guidelines and standards for commis...
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