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Written question asked by Bobby Dean (Liberal Democrat) on Wednesday, 4 December 2024, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Friday, 6 December 2024. It was answered by Karin Smyth (Labour) on Thursday, 12 December 2024 on behalf of the Department of Health and Social Care.


NHS: Buildings

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what assessment his Department has made of the potential impact of shortages of building inspectors on (a) repairs and (b) maintenance projects across the NHS Estate.

Answer

Building inspectors working on National Health Service estate repairs or maintenance projects may be employed by NHS trusts, local councils, private companies, or contractors working on behalf of the NHS. Their work ensures that buildings are safe for use, accessible, and in good condition.

While the Department has not made any specific assessment of the potential impact of shortages of building inspectors, NHS England is taking forward implementation of the Estates and Facilities Workforce Action Plan, which aims to strengthen the NHS estates workforce and its governance.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
17925
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Buildings NHS Repairs and maintenance Vacancies Building inspectors
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk