The 2024–26 parliamentary session has seen significant activity across health and social care, with a number of key legislative developments now shaping the future of the sector.
Following the end of the 2024-26 parliamentary session, our latest report provides a clear and concise overview of three major pieces of health legislation that progressed during that session: the Rare Cancers Act 2026, the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill, and the Tobacco and Vapes Act 2026.
In this report, we explore:
– The objectives behind each piece of legislation
– Stakeholder perspectives and areas of debate
– The potential impact on public health and patient safety
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