Question to the Department of Health and Social Care:

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what discussions he has had with the Scottish Health Minister on the importance of focusing on early intervention in eating disorders in Scotland.

Close collaboration between the devolved governments is important and takes place on a regular basis. Although no recent specific discussions have taken place with the Scottish Health Minister on this topic, we acknowledge that specialist expertise and facilities are shared between the four nations to combat eating disorders.

The Government recognises that the earlier that treatment is provided, the better the chance of short-term recovery, and is committed to ensuring that everyone with an eating disorder can access specialist help.