Source · Select Committees · Health and Social Care Committee
Recommendation 2
2
Accepted
Lack of progress developing "healthy places" despite strong evidence, impacting NHS sustainability.
Conclusion
The evidence base on the importance of place in protecting good health is stronger than it has ever been. But as we discuss in the next chapter, we have known about the relationship between health and place for decades, if not longer. It is frustrating that more progress has not been made already. A determined focus on developing “healthy places” that can prevent ill-health amongst those most at risk is now vital in easing pressures on the NHS, and building a sustainable service for generations to come. (Paragraph 8) Immediate steps
Government response summary AI-generated
The government has introduced 'Awaab’s Law' via the Social Housing (Regulation) Act 2023 to mandate social landlords to address hazards like damp and mould within a fixed timeframe. The Renters (Reform) Bill will also introduce a Decent Homes Standard for the private rented sector and establish a new PRS Ombudsman.
Government Response
The government responded to this report on 9 May 2024. No passage in that response could be matched to this conclusion. Read the response document ↗