Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN 18081
Hearing: Medical Treatments and Testing
Tabled: 13 July 2026
Answered: 17 July 2026
Question
Catherine West
Labour — Hornsey and Friern Barnet
To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps his Department is taking to improve access to (a) ear wax removal services and (b) hearing test appointments on the NHS.
Answer
Karin SmythIntegrated care boards (ICBs) are responsible for commissioning ear wax removal and audiology services that meet the needs of their local populations, taking account of relevant national guidance and local service arrangements.NHS England is supporting IC...
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