Written question asked by Navendu Mishra (Labour) on Friday, 28 August 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 2 September 2026. It was answered by Karin Smyth (Labour) on Tuesday, 8 September 2026 on behalf of the Department of Health and Social Care.
Health Services: Temperature
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, whether her Department has assessed the potential impact of extreme heat on patient safety and staff wellbeing in ageing NHS hospital buildings, including at Stepping Hill Hospital; and what capital investment is planned to address overheating risks in older NHS estates.
- Answer
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On capital investment, I refer the Hon. Member to the answer provided to the Hon. Member for Newbury on 16 July 2026 in response to Question 17199.
On maternity specifically, including extreme heat guidance, I refer the Hon. Member to the the answer provided to the Hon. Member for Cities of London and Westminster on 16 April 2026 in response to Question 121634.
Secondary information
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- Written question
- Reference
- 21925
- Session
- 2026-27
- Related items
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- Yes
- Subjects
- Health services Temperature
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- 2026-09-28 12:49:14 +0100
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