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 DaltonThe 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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