Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN 110190
Hospital Beds
Tabled: 2 February 2026
Answered: 5 February 2026
Question
Bradley Thomas
Conservative — Bromsgrove
To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps he is taking to free up hospital beds and support individuals whose families delay hospital discharges to avoid paying for health care costs.
Answer
Dr Zubir AhmedEnabling people to be discharged from hospital promptly with the right care and support contributes to better outcomes and a speedier recovery for patients, as well as preventing the loss of independence.As set out in the statutory guidance on hospital di...
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