Written question asked by Chi Onwurah (Labour) on Tuesday, 14 December 2021, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 16 December 2021. It was answered by Edward Argar (Conservative) on Monday, 20 December 2021 on behalf of the Department of Health and Social Care.

Medical Technologies Directorate: Life Sciences

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what the role of the Medical Technology Directorate is in supporting the implementation of the Life Sciences Vision. .

Answer: The Medical Technology Directorate is currently working on a strategy, due for publication next year. The strategy will support the United Kingdom MedTech sector and ensure the health and social care system can reliably access safe, effective and innovative medical technologies that support the continued delivery of high-quality care and excellent patient outcomes and represents value for money. When published, the strategy will set out the longer term aims and metrics and the vision for implementation, including the resources required for successful delivery. As part of the strategy’s development, the Directorate are engaging with key stakeholders, including industry and wider Government teams. The strategy will align with and be complementary to the Life Sciences Vision.

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Type: Written question
Reference: 92932
Session: 2021-22
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Grouped for answer: Yes
Subjects: Life sciences Medical Technologies Directorate
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