House of Commons · Adjournment Debate
22 February 2023 · 0 other contributors
Opened by Liz Saville-Roberts PC Dwyfor Meirionnydd
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Liz Saville-Roberts raised concerns about national medical isotope centre: north wales in the House of Commons. A government minister responded.
Key points
MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said.
Opened the debate
The debate discusses the importance of medical radioisotopes in diagnostics and treatment, citing statistics indicating over 700,000 procedures annually in the UK. It highlights concerns about supply chain security due to ageing reactors globally and proposes a national medical isotope centre in north Wales as a solution. The speech advocates for domestic production to mitigate future shortages and enhance healthcare infrastructure.
Government Response
The Minister acknowledges the importance of securing access to radionuclides, noting recent shortages due to reactor maintenance in Belgium. She highlights the £6 million medical radionuclide innovation programme launched by her Department to encourage technological innovations and strengthen supply resilience. The response emphasises collaboration between departments for evidence-based decision-making on high-budget interventions like a national isotope centre, with an open-minded approach towards future policy.