Health & NHS

Education Committee: Reading for Pleasure

The Education Committee will take oral evidence on the effects of screen time and social media on children and young people. The hearing will examine how excessive digital device use and social media exposure affect learning, mental health, and development, and what policy or regulatory responses might be needed.

Women and Equalities (including Topical Questions)

This is a scheduled oral question session for the Women and Equalities department, where MPs can pose topical questions to government ministers about women's rights, gender equality, and equalities policy. The session allows parliamentarians to scrutinise the department's work on issues spanning workplace discrimination, reproductive rights, violence against women, and equal pay, with topical questions allowing MPs to raise urgent or contemporary issues.

Potential merits of a national accident prevention strategy

This Westminster Hall debate explores whether the UK should adopt a national accident prevention strategy to reduce injuries and deaths across the population. Sir Andrew Mitchell is sponsoring discussion on how a coordinated, cross-government approach to accident prevention could save lives and reduce the burden on NHS and emergency services.

Education Committee: Screen Time and Social Media

The Education Committee is conducting oral evidence sessions to investigate the effects of screen time and social media on young people. This inquiry will examine how digital devices and social platforms impact children's wellbeing, development, and educational outcomes, and will likely explore what regulatory or policy measures should be considered.

First Delegated Legislation Committee: The draft Vaping Duty Stamps (Requirements, Reviews and Appeals) Regulations 2026

This committee debate examines draft regulations establishing the system for vaping duty stamps — the administrative and appeal procedures that will govern how vaping products are marked and taxed under the new vaping duty. The regulations set out requirements for duty stamp application, review processes, and appeals mechanisms for businesses affected by the scheme.

e-petition 736578 relating to animal testing

This Westminster Hall debate, sponsored by Labour MP Irene Campbell, will discuss e-petition 736578 on animal testing. The debate will examine public concerns about the use of animals in scientific and medical testing, exploring the balance between research needs and animal welfare protections.

Gambling advertising

A Westminster Hall debate on gambling advertising, sponsored by Labour MPs Alex Ballinger and Dr Beccy Cooper. The debate will examine the regulation and impact of gambling advertising, likely focusing on concerns about advertising practices, their effect on vulnerable groups including children, and potential harms from problem gambling.

General Debate on contribution of allied health professionals

A backbench debate on the role and contribution of allied health professionals (such as physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, and radiographers) to the NHS and wider healthcare system. The debate will examine how these professionals support patient care, health outcomes, and workforce capacity, likely touching on recruitment, training, recognition, and integration within healthcare teams.

Select Committee Statement on the Ninth Report of the Environmental Audit Committee, Addressing the risks from Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS), HC 852

The Environmental Audit Committee is presenting its ninth report on the risks posed by PFAS (perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances), commonly known as 'forever chemicals'. These substances persist indefinitely in the environment and human body, accumulating in water supplies, food, and wildlife. The statement will outline the committee's findings on the extent of PFAS contamination in the UK and recommendations for government action to mitigate these risks.

Foundation Programme and its role in supporting and retaining junior doctors

A Westminster Hall debate on the Foundation Programme and its effectiveness in supporting and retaining junior doctors in the NHS. The debate will examine whether current programme structures and support mechanisms are adequate to keep junior doctors in the medical profession and address workforce retention challenges.

Environmental Audit Committee: Air Pollution in England

The Environmental Audit Committee is conducting oral evidence sessions to investigate air pollution levels across England. This inquiry examines the causes, health impacts, and policy responses to air quality problems affecting English communities.

Sudden unexpected death in epilepsy and epilepsy deaths prevention

An Adjournment debate on sudden unexpected death in epilepsy (SUDEP) and measures to prevent epilepsy-related deaths. The debate, sponsored by Lib Dem MP Olly Glover, will examine the scale of the problem, current preventative strategies, and what additional action the government should take to reduce preventable deaths among people living with epilepsy.

Osteoporosis and bone health

A Westminster Hall debate on osteoporosis and bone health, sponsored by Sonia Kumar MP for Dudley. The debate will examine the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of osteoporosis—a condition affecting bone density—and explore how the health system can better support patients and reduce fracture-related complications.

Education Committee: Screen Time and Social Media

The Education Committee will hold an oral evidence session examining the effects of screen time and social media use on young people. The inquiry will explore the relationship between digital device consumption and educational outcomes, mental health, and child development, hearing from expert witnesses and stakeholders on this increasingly prominent policy concern.

Potential merits of establishing an independent national review body overseeing wheelchair provision

This Westminster Hall debate examines whether the UK should establish an independent national review body to oversee wheelchair provision. The discussion will explore how a dedicated oversight mechanism could improve access to wheelchairs, quality of service, and equity across the country's wheelchair provision systems.

Third Delegated Legislation Committee: The draft Chemicals (Health and Safety) (Amendment, Consequential and Transitional Provision) Regulations 2026

This committee is examining draft regulations that amend UK chemicals health and safety rules, likely implementing post-Brexit changes or updating standards following EU exit. The regulations include transitional provisions to help businesses adapt to new requirements.

e-petition 751174 relating to a Maternity Commissioner

This Westminster Hall debate concerns an e-petition calling for the creation of a dedicated Maternity Commissioner role. The petition, sponsored by Labour MP Tony Vaughan, seeks to establish an independent position responsible for overseeing maternity services and protecting standards across the NHS. The debate will examine whether a specialist commissioner is needed to improve maternity care quality and safety.

NHS Federated Data Platform

A Westminster Hall debate on the NHS Federated Data Platform, which aims to integrate health data across NHS trusts and providers to improve patient care, research, and operational efficiency. The debate will examine how this digital infrastructure can be implemented effectively while addressing data security, interoperability, and governance concerns.

Select Committee Statement on the Science, Innovation and Technology Committee’s inquiry on neuroscience and digital childhoods

The Science, Innovation and Technology Committee is presenting findings from its inquiry into how neuroscience research relates to children's digital technology use and development. The statement will discuss the impacts of screen time and digital platforms on child brain development, and likely recommend policy or practice changes to protect children's wellbeing in the digital age.

Women’s Health Strategy

A ministerial statement on the government's Women's Health Strategy, presented by Karin Smyth. This will outline Labour's approach to improving health outcomes and healthcare services for women, addressing gender-specific health concerns and workforce issues within the NHS.

Improving awareness, diagnosis and outcomes for neuroendocrine cancer

Dr Scott Arthur is raising awareness and discussing improvements needed for neuroendocrine cancer (a rare group of cancers affecting hormone-producing cells). The adjournment debate focuses on better public awareness, faster diagnosis, and improved treatment outcomes for patients with this often under-recognised condition.

Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill

The Commons is considering amendments made by the House of Lords to the Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill. This stage involves reviewing and deciding whether to accept, reject, or further amend the Lords' proposed changes before the bill can become law. The bill focuses on improving children's mental health, wellbeing, and school provision across England.

Fifth Delegated Legislation Committee: The draft Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) (Amendment) Regulations 2026

Parliament will debate draft regulations amending the Health and Social Care Act 2008 to update rules governing regulated health and social care activities. These regulations set minimum standards for providers delivering care services, including registration, inspection, and safety requirements that apply across the health and social care sector.

Health and Social Care Committee: Delivering the Neighbourhood Health Service: Estates

The Health and Social Care Committee is holding oral evidence sessions to examine how the government's Neighbourhood Health Service will be delivered through physical estates and infrastructure. This inquiry explores whether current buildings, facilities, and property assets can support a shift toward more localized, integrated healthcare delivery outside traditional hospital settings.

Infected Blood Compensation Scheme update

The government will provide a ministerial update on the Infected Blood Compensation Scheme, which provides financial redress to thousands of people who contracted HIV, hepatitis C, or other infections through contaminated blood products supplied by the NHS in the 1970s-1990s. This statement will likely cover scheme progress, compensation payments, eligibility decisions, and support measures for affected victims and their families.

Health and Social Care (including Topical Questions)

This is a scheduled session of oral questions to the Health and Social Care Department in Parliament. MPs will ask ministers about current issues and policies affecting the NHS, adult social care, public health, and related services. Topical questions allow MPs to raise urgent or emerging issues affecting constituents and services.

Type 1 diabetes screening (children)

This Ten Minute Rule Motion calls for mandatory screening of children for Type 1 diabetes. The motion seeks to raise awareness of the need for early detection and diagnosis of Type 1 diabetes in children, potentially through school-based or NHS screening programmes, to prevent serious complications and improve health outcomes.

Government support for businesses implementing National Suicide Prevention Standard BS 30480

This Westminster Hall debate examines what government support is available to help businesses adopt BS 30480, the National Suicide Prevention Standard. The debate will explore whether current support is adequate and whether more funding or guidance is needed to encourage workplace implementation of suicide prevention measures.

Experiences and outcomes for young people with cancer

An adjournment debate on the experiences and outcomes for young people diagnosed with cancer. The debate will examine how the NHS and support services are meeting the needs of young cancer patients, including treatment outcomes, psychological support, and quality of life during and after treatment.

e-petition 732342 relating to statutory menstrual leave

A Westminster Hall debate on an e-petition calling for statutory menstrual leave in the UK. The debate will examine whether employers should be legally required to allow employees time off during menstruation, exploring the potential health, equality, and workplace implications of such a policy.

e-petition 731497 relating to a disclosure and safeguarding mechanism for at-risk children

This Westminster Hall debate examines proposals for a new disclosure and safeguarding mechanism designed to better protect children identified as at-risk. The petition calls for improved systems to identify vulnerable children and ensure relevant information is shared between agencies to prevent harm.

Resident Doctors - Industrial Action

Health Secretary Wes Streeting is making a ministerial statement to the Commons about industrial action by resident doctors. This concerns ongoing pay disputes and working conditions for junior doctors in the NHS, a key issue affecting healthcare staffing and service delivery across the country.

Outcomes for patients with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome and craniocervical instability

This Westminster Hall debate focuses on Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS), a connective tissue disorder, and craniocervical instability (CCI), a serious complication where the skull base becomes unstable. The debate will examine patient outcomes, diagnosis, and treatment challenges for people living with these conditions, which are often poorly understood by the NHS.

Health and Social Care Committee: Food and Weight Management

The Health and Social Care Committee will take oral evidence on food and weight management. This inquiry examines how diet, nutrition, and weight-related health interventions affect the UK population, likely covering obesity prevention, food industry practices, NHS services, and public health policy.

Nuclear test veterans

An adjournment debate on nuclear test veterans, sponsored by Rebecca Long Bailey MP for Salford. This debate will raise concerns about the welfare, health support, and recognition of British servicemembers and civilians who were exposed to nuclear radiation during UK nuclear weapons testing programmes, primarily in the 1950s-1960s. The debate seeks to highlight their ongoing health needs and campaign for improved compensation or support.

NHS continuing healthcare

A Westminster Hall debate on NHS continuing healthcare, sponsored by Ayoub Khan MP for Birmingham Perry Barr. This will examine the policy, provision, and challenges around NHS-funded continuing healthcare for patients with complex needs who require ongoing medical care outside hospital settings.