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House of Commons · Westminster Hall

Medicine Supply Issues And Their Context

30 January 2024 · 0 other contributors · 320 words

Opened by Andrew Stephenson Con Pendle

Responding minister: Not recorded

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At a glance

Andrew Stephenson raised concerns about medicine supply issues and their context in Westminster Hall. Response awaited from government.

Key points

  • Mr Stephenson acknowledges medicine supply issues cause significant frustration for many UK constituents.
  • He notes particular challenges with certain medicines recently.
  • Mr Stephenson emphasizes that out of about 1400 licensed medicines in the UK, most are in good supply.

How the debate unfolded

MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said.

Opened the debate

Andrew Stephenson Con Pendle

Mr Stephenson acknowledges that medicine supply issues are a significant cause of frustration for many constituents across the United Kingdom. He notes there have been particular challenges recently with certain medicines, but he emphasises these must be set in context: out of around 1,400 licensed medicines in the UK, most are in good supply and only a limited number face disruption due to various reasons such as manufacturing difficulties or regulatory non-compliance.

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