Secretary of State for Health and Social Care
Ministry · Government of United Kingdom
Department of Health and Social Care
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Head of institution
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Mandate
What it is responsible for
- Supporting ministers in leading the nation's health and social care
- Helping people live more independent, healthier lives for longer
From the official description[1]
Structure
Bodies under it
Evidence
Sources
- [1]Department of Health and Social Care
GOV.UKOfficialChecked 17 Oct 2026