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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

The insolvency of integrated community equipment supplier NRS Healthcare

01 September 2025 · Department of Health and Social Care

Proposed by Stephen Kinnock Lab Aberafan Maesteg

EconomyLocal GovernmentSocial Care

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At a glance

Key points

  • The insolvency of NRS Healthcare, a major supplier of community equipment services, is addressed.
  • The Government provided short-term funding to cover operating costs during the liquidation process.
  • A legal indemnity was offered to protect the Official Receiver and minimise disruption to services.

Issue summary

The statement addresses the insolvency of NRS Healthcare, a key supplier of integrated community equipment services.

Action requested

The Government provided short-term funding to cover operating costs during liquidation and offered a legal indemnity to protect the Official Receiver. These measures were taken to minimise disruption and ensure continuity of essential services until local authorities could establish alternatives.

Key facts

  • NRS Healthcare became insolvent on 1st August 2025.
  • The company supplied around 50% of hospitals with equipment used in Adult Social Care across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.
  • 44 local authorities had contracts with NRS Healthcare before insolvency.
  • Short-term funding was made available to cover essential operating costs during liquidation.
  • A legal indemnity was provided for the Official Receiver's duties.
  • The Department of Health and Social Care continues to monitor the situation closely.
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