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Magpas Air Ambulance: Finance

Asked by Ben Obese-JectyConservativeDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled Answered 30 April 2025UIN 46966

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what funding he provides to Magpas Air Ambulance.

Answered by Karin Smyth

The Department does not directly fund air ambulance services on a routine basis. Air ambulances in England operate as independent charities and are supported by the National Health Service through the provision and training of key clinical staff.

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