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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Charges Uplift for NHS Prescriptions, Wigs and Fabric Supports

15 April 2024 · Department of Health and Social Care

Proposed by Andrea Leadsom Con South Northamptonshire

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At a glance

Key points

  • The NHS prescription charge will increase by 2.59% from May 1, 2024.
  • Pre-payment certificates for HRT will also see a 2.59% rise effective May 1, 2024.
  • Charges for wigs and fabric supports will increase by 2.59% starting May 1, 2024.

Issue summary

The statement addresses the increase in NHS prescription charges and related pre-payment certificates, as well as wigs and fabric supports charges.

Action requested

From May 1, 2024, there will be a 2.59% increase across single prescription charges, HRT PPCs, and wigs and fabric supports, with specific amounts outlined for each category.

Key facts

  • The single prescription charge increases from £9.65 to £9.90.
  • The HRT PPC will cost £19.80, an increase of 50 pence.
  • The 3-month PPC and 12-month PPC will be priced at £32.05 and £114.50 respectively.
  • Charges for surgical bras, abdominal or spinal supports, stock acrylic wigs, partial human hair wigs, and full bespoke human hair wigs also increase by the same rate.
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