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Written question asked by Peter Dowd (Labour) on Tuesday, 14 January 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 16 January 2025. It was answered by Andrew Gwynne (Labour) on Monday, 20 January 2025 on behalf of the Department of Health and Social Care.


Sunscreens

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, whether he is taking steps to improve the usage of sunscreen of factor 30 and above.

Answer

The Department would advise that people to the follow the National Health Service guidance on using sunscreen, which is available at the following link:

https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/seasonal-health/sunscreen-and-sun-safety/


The NHS England website is clear on the benefits of sunscreen, and the importance of using sunscreen that is of factor 30 and above.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
23777
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Sunscreens
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk