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Covid-19 Vaccine Supply

12 October 2022

Proposing MP
Caroline Johnson Con
Sleaford and North Hykeham
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department of Health and Social Care
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At a Glance

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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