Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN 53409

Ophthalmic Services: West Dorset

Tabled: 19 May 2025
Answered: 27 May 2025

Question

Edward Morello

Liberal Democrat — West Dorset

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what assessment his Department has made of the potential impact of travel distances on access to eye care services for residents in West Dorset constituency.

Answer

Stephen Kinnock
Integrated care boards are responsible for commissioning primary and secondary eye care services in their areas to meet patient needs.