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House of Commons · Adjournment Debate

Vaccines: Potential Harms

13 December 2022 · 1 other contributor

Opened by Andrew Bridgen Con North West Leicestershire

NHS

Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.

Read the full transcript on Parliament.uk

At a glance

Andrew Bridgen raised concerns about vaccines: potential harms in the House of Commons. A government minister responded. Other MPs also contributed.

Key points

  • Mr Bridgen raised concerns about mRNA vaccines citing Dr Aseem Malhotra's research on significant harms and lack of ongoing benefit.
  • Mr Bridgen noted serious adverse effects reported through the yellow card system may represent only 10% of actual events in the population.
  • Mr Bridgen called for an inquiry into the influence of big pharma on NHS practices and asked for the immediate suspension of mRNA vaccines.

How the debate unfolded

MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said.

Opened the debate

Andrew Bridgen Con North West Leicestershire

Mr. Bridgen raised concerns about the administration of mRNA vaccines for everyone, citing Dr Aseem Malhotra's research which concluded that these vaccines should be ceased due to significant harms and little ongoing benefit. He emphasised the issue of wilful blindness preventing policymakers from acknowledging independent evidence-based facts. Mr. Bridgen highlighted unprecedented side effect reports through yellow card system, noting serious adverse effects may represent only 10% of actual events in the population. He questioned the benefits of mRNA vaccines given minimal absolute risk reduction and provided examples of heart-related issues reported post-vaccination. The MP stressed the need for an inquiry into the influence of big pharma on medications and NHS practices, calling for immediate suspension of these experimental vaccines.

Other contributors (1)
  • Maria Caulfield Con Lewes

    Ms Caulfield disagreed with Mr. Bridgen's points, emphasising the safety and effectiveness of vaccines in combating COVID-19 and saving thousands of lives.

Government Response

Andrew Bridgen

Mr. Bridgen responded to Ms. Caulfield stating that all vaccines used in the UK are safe and meet robust standards, with ongoing surveillance for adverse reactions. He explained the yellow card reporting system and assured rigorous inspection by MHRA of vaccine data. Mr. Bridgen acknowledged difficulties faced by individuals experiencing harm linked to vaccination but highlighted measures in place for monitoring possible side effects and commissioning further research. He also disagreed that there was a conspiracy among doctors, nurses, and scientists who have worked hard throughout the pandemic. The Minister emphasised the significant benefits of vaccines in saving lives and preventing hospitalisations.

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