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Written question asked by Martin Wrigley (Liberal Democrat) on Tuesday, 19 May 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 21 May 2026. It was answered by Preet Kaur Gill (Labour) on Wednesday, 10 June 2026 on behalf of the Department of Health and Social Care.


Health Services: Veterans

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, if he will make an assessment of the potential merits of opening a dedicated clinic for nuclear test veterans.

Answer

There are currently no plans to make an assessment of the potential merits of a dedicated clinic for nuclear test veterans.

All veterans, including those affected by nuclear testing are able to access a range of National Health Services to meet their clinical needs. British nuclear test veterans who are concerned about their heath should discuss this with their general practitioner.

Over 99.6% of primary care networks in England have at least one general practice accredited under the veteran friendly scheme which raises awareness of the specific needs of veterans.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
3033
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Clinics Health services Nuclear weapons Testing Veterans
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk