Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN 101172

Hospitals: Standards

Tabled: 17 December 2025
Answered: 5 January 2026

Question

Richard Quigley

LabourIsle of Wight West

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps the Department is taking to ensure consistent and effective communication between hospital doctors, consultants, and the families of patients during inpatient care.

Answer

Dr Zubir Ahmed
The Government is committed to putting patients first, including ensuring that people have the best possible experience of care. We recognise that poor communication can be a source of frustration and worry for patients and their families, particularly fo...

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