Written question asked by Earl Howe (Conservative), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Lord Darzi of Denham (Labour) on Monday, 29 October 2007.
Health: Incontinence Items
- Question
- asked Her Majesty's Government:What assessment has been made of the impact on British manufacturing jobs of the price reductions for incontinence and stoma appliances proposed by the Department of Health.
- Answer
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The proposed levels of reimbursement to dispensing contractors for stoma and incontinence items is designed to ensure value for money for the National Health Service. There is no intent to reduce the availability of products. However, views as to the potential impact of this objective are sought by way of the consultation.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 5706; 695 c153WA
- Session
- 2006-07
- Subjects
- Pay Pharmacy Prices Prescriptions Medical equipment Incontinence
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