Written question asked by Stephen Timms (Labour) on Thursday, 25 March 2021, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 13 April 2021 (named day). It was answered by Nadine Dorries (Conservative) on Tuesday, 13 April 2021 on behalf of the Department of Health and Social Care.

Housing: Overcrowding

Question: What assessment he has made of the public health impact of household overcrowding during the covid-19 outbreak.

Answer: Throughout the pandemic, the Government has continuously monitored emerging evidence to understand the effect of household overcrowding on public health. The Government has carefully considered robust advice from medical advisers and the scientific community to ensure we are taking the right action at the right time. We have published a range of guidance to minimise the risk of COVID-19 transmission, including for those living in overcrowded housing.

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