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Written question asked by Daniel Francis (Labour) on Thursday, 2 July 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 6 July 2026. It was answered by Karin Smyth (Labour) on Monday, 13 July 2026 on behalf of the Department of Health and Social Care.

Hospitals: Disability

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what assessment he has made of the adequacy of the current number of Changing Places toilets in hospitals.

Answer

The Government recognises the importance of ensuring the privacy, dignity, and safety of all patients in National Health Service hospitals. No assessment has been made of the current number of Changing Places toilets in hospitals; however, national guidance is provided to the NHS on designing sanitary spaces in healthcare settings, including toilets, and designing facilities to meet the needs of disabled people.

Over this Spending Review period, we are backing local NHS organisations with £21 billion in operation capital funding, which they can allocate to their priorities, such as installing Changing Places toilets.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
15575
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Disability Hospitals Facilities Sanitation
Link
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