Written question asked by Al Pinkerton (Liberal Democrat) on Friday, 24 October 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 28 October 2025. It was answered by Ashley Dalton (Labour) on Tuesday, 4 November 2025 on behalf of the Department of Health and Social Care.

Health Services: Surrey Heath

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps his Department is taking to ensure that NHS health messaging is accessible among diverse ethnic communities in Surrey Heath constituency.

Answer: The Department takes the challenge of health misinformation seriously and recognises its potential impact on public health outcomes. We focus on delivering consistent, clinically assured messaging that builds public trust and confidence, positioning the Department and the National Health Service as reliable sources of information. We also work closely with a wide range of community media, organisations, clinical experts, and influential voices to ensure messaging is accessible to diverse ethnic communities.

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