Written question asked by Lord Kamall (Conservative) on Monday, 13 July 2026, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 27 July 2026. It was answered by Baroness Merron (Labour) on Monday, 20 July 2026 on behalf of the Department of Health and Social Care.

Health Services: Performing Arts and Sports

Question: To ask His Majesty's Government, further to the remarks by Baroness Merron on 15 April (HL Deb, cols 27GC-28GC), what consideration they have given to exempting the provision of treatment to those in the performing arts, elite athletes, and their teams, from the list of regulated activities for the purposes of the Health and Social Care Act 2008.

Answer: The Government has heard from a range of industry and medical stakeholders and will consider the range of views provided in relation to potential exemptions. There will be close liaison with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) to ensure that everyone either participating in or attending cultural or sporting events receive safe and effective care. The CQC continues to engage with providers to ensure minimal impact on them whilst achieving those aims.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: HL1996
Session: 2026-27
Related items: Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) (Amendment) Regulations 2026
Wednesday, 15 April 2026
Parliamentary proceedings
House of Lords
Subjects: Health services Performing arts Sports
Legislation: Health and Social Care Act 2008
Link: View this Written question on www.parliament.uk