Commons Sense

House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Covid-19 Vaccine Supply

12 October 2022 · Department of Health and Social Care

Proposed by Caroline Johnson Con Sleaford and North Hykeham

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Key points

  • The Department of Health and Social Care donated approximately 30,000 doses of surplus Covid-19 vaccines to Barbados and Antigua & Barbuda.
  • The value of the donated vaccines exceeds 300,000.
  • The donation was made in response to requests from the recipient countries and due to the UK's domestic programme having excess supply.

Issue summary

The Minister is providing details about donations of surplus Covid-19 vaccines to Barbados and Antigua & Barbuda.

Action requested

The Department of Health and Social Care has already donated approximately 30,000 doses of surplus vaccines with a combined value exceeding £300,000. This action was taken as a matter of urgency due to the domestic programme having excess supply and recipient countries' requests.

Key facts

  • The donations were made while Parliament was in recess.
  • The combined value of the donated vaccines exceeds £300,000.
  • Both Barbados and Antigua & Barbuda are not eligible for Official Development Assistance (ODA).
  • The doses were surplus to domestic requirements and had maximum available shelf life.
  • The donations were made urgently before schools returned in September.
  • HM Treasury has approved the decision.
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