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2024-2029 UK Antimicrobial Resistance National Action Plan
08 May 2024
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department of Health and Social Care
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The statement addresses the publication of the 2024-2029 UK antimicrobial resistance (AMR) national action plan, reaffirming the government's commitment to preserving critical medicines' effectiveness.
Action Requested
The plan sets out a comprehensive One Health approach to confront AMR across humans, animals, food and the environment. It includes commitments for reducing drug-resistant infections through prevention of infections, optimised antimicrobial use, and research investment. Additionally, £5 million seed funding is committed to launching the Fleming Centre by 2028.
Key Facts
- The UK's AMR national action plan covers 2024-2029.
- It aims to contain, control and mitigate AMR by 2040.
- The plan involves cross-UK working between the UK Government and Devolved Administrations.
- £5 million seed funding is committed for the Fleming Centre launch in 2028.
- The Centre will support health discoveries led by Imperial College London and NHS Trust.
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