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Westminster Hall debateWestminster HallTuesday, 28 April 202616:30

Potential merits of a national accident prevention strategy

Backbench debate (separate chamber, no votes)

This Westminster Hall debate explores whether the UK should adopt a national accident prevention strategy to reduce injuries and deaths across the population. Sir Andrew Mitchell is sponsoring discussion on how a coordinated, cross-government approach to accident prevention could save lives and reduce the burden on NHS and emergency services.

Accident prevention has broad public health importance, affecting workplace safety, road safety, home safety, and leisure activities. A national strategy could reduce preventable injuries and deaths, lower healthcare costs, and ease pressure on emergency and social care services—benefiting both individuals and public finances.

Health & NHSCost of Living

MPs most likely to speak

Karin SmythLabour Party

Bristol South

Stephen KinnockLabour Party

Aberafan Maesteg

Dr Caroline JohnsonConservative and Unionist Party

Sleaford and North Hykeham

Sir Andrew MitchellConservative and Unionist Party

Sutton Coldfield

Joe RobertsonConservative and Unionist Party

Isle of Wight East

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