Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN 47739

Tuberculosis: Asylum and Homelessness

Tabled: 24 April 2025
Answered: 30 April 2025

Question

Kate Osamor

Labour (Co-op)Edmonton and Winchmore Hill

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps he is taking to improve tuberculosis (a) screening, (b) diagnosis and (c) treatment services for (i) people experiencing homelessness and (ii) asylum seekers.

Answer

Ashley Dalton
The Department works collaboratively with Government departments, local authorities, and third-sector organisations to overcome barriers to healthcare access for people seeking asylum and those experiencing homelessness, ensuring they can access and recei...

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