Question to the Department of Health and Social Care:

To ask His Majesty's Government whether they consider universal access to a high-quality Fracture Liaison Service (FLS) to be the best form of secondary fracture prevention; and if so, whether they will ensure that universal access to FLS is provided under the forthcoming Major Conditions Strategy.

The Government recognises the value of quality assured secondary fracture prevention services, including fracture liaison services. NHS England is working with commissioners to support the mobilisation and implementation of Fracture Liaison Services in each area and establish a greater number of clinics. This includes NHS England’s Getting it Right First-Time programme, which has a specific workstream on musculoskeletal health, and through exploring how best to support integrated care systems in the diagnosis and treatment of osteoporosis.

The forthcoming Major Conditions Strategy will set out a clear vision for musculoskeletal conditions, covering treatment and prevention, alongside other major conditions.