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Prisoners' Release: Terrorism

Asked by Jack RankinConservativeDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled Answered 25 August 2026UIN 18473

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what guidance is issued to NHS mental health providers on assessing terrorist risk when discharging patients convicted of terrorism offences.

Answered by Preet Kaur Gill

The Department of Health and Social Care has indicated that it will not be possible to answer this question within the usual time period. An answer is being prepared and will be provided as soon as it is available.

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