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To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, whether consideration has been given to the importance of (a) gardening and (b) nature-based therapies in improving (i) physical, (ii) social and (iii) mental health in the development of a neighbo

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Department of Health and Social Care
Tabled
17 Apr 2025
Target answer date
23 Apr 2025
Answer
28 Apr 2025 · 11 calendar days after tabling

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  1. 17 Apr 2025

    Question tabled

    To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, whether consideration has been given to the importance of (a) gardening and (b) nature-based therapies in improving (i) physical, (ii) social and (iii) mental health in the development of a neighbo

  2. 23 Apr 2025

    Target answer date

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  3. 28 Apr 2025

    Answer published

    We are committed to moving towards a Neighbourhood Heath Service, with more care delivered in local communities to spot problems earlier, supporting people to stay healthier and maintain their independence for longer. There will be a focus on shifting the...

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