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Written question asked by Matt Hancock (Independent (affiliation)) on Monday, 6 February 2023, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 8 February 2023. It was answered by Maria Caulfield (Conservative) on Monday, 20 February 2023 on behalf of the Department of Health and Social Care.


Infectious Diseases: Disease Control

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps he is taking to improve the availability and use of data to prepare for a future pandemic.

Answer

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) is utilising strong surveillance capabilities, rooted in the highest-quality data systems, data architecture and analytics to anticipate, prepare for and respond to health risks. UKHSA will exploit the potential of new techniques and technologies across a range of disciplines.

We are continuously updating our pandemic plans to reflect the latest scientific information and lessons learned from exercises and our response to emergencies, including COVID-19.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
140102
Session
2022-23
Subjects
Databases Disease control Infectious diseases
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk