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Health Services: York

Asked by Rachael MaskellLabour (Co-op)Department of Health and Social CareTabled Answered 26 January 2026UIN 106157

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To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what assessment he has made of the effectiveness of York Frailty Hub at preventing hospital admissions.

Answered by Dr Zubir Ahmed

The Department and NHS England have not undertaken a formal assessment. However, the Government recognises the York Community Frailty Hub as a positive example of integrated frailty care in supporting safe and timely discharge and moving care into the community. As outlined in the 10-Year Health Plan, in 84% of cases, the York Community Frailty Hub has helped paramedics avoid hospital transfers by providing advice after an ambulance is dispatched, enabling patients to be safely supported in the community rather than in hospital.

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