Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN 18440

Health Services: Standards

Tabled: 13 July 2026
Answered: 17 July 2026

Question

Mr Will Forster

Liberal DemocratWoking

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

Answer

Mrs Sharon Hodgson
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,...

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