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Publication of the Independent Medicines and Medical Devices Safety Review (Cumberlege Review)

08 July 2020

Proposing MP
Nadine Dorries Con
Mid Bedfordshire
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department of Health and Social Care
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

The publication of the Independent Medicines and Medical Devices Safety Review, chaired by Baroness Cumberlege.

Action Requested

I am informing the House about the publication of the review and committing to give it full consideration. I will also deliver an Oral Statement in Parliament regarding this report.

Key Facts

  • The Independent Medicines and Medical Devices Safety Review was commissioned by the Government in February 2018.
  • Baroness Cumberlege chaired the review, listening to patients and their families with compassion and thoroughness.
  • The NHS has taken steps relevant to issues raised by the Review but more can be done to improve responsiveness to patient concerns.
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