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Written question asked by Lord Hoyle (Labour) on Tuesday, 28 April 2020, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 13 May 2020. It was answered by Lord Bethell (Conservative) on Wednesday, 20 May 2020 on behalf of the Department of Health and Social Care.


North West Ambulance Service NHS Trust: Protective Clothing

Question

To ask Her Majesty's Government whether the North West Ambulance Service NHS Trust have access to sufficient PPE so that all drivers have the quantities they require when attending call-outs.

Answer

We are working around the clock to give the social care sector and wider National Health Service the equipment and support they need to tackle this outbreak. We have delivered over 1 billion items of personal protective equipment (PPE) across the health and social care system within England.

The full weight of the Government is behind this effort and we are working closely with industry, social care providers, the NHS, and the armed forces to ensure the right equipment continues to be delivered.

The United Kingdom Government and devolved administrations have published clear guidance on the recommended PPE for different types of ambulance staff.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL3605
Session
2019-21
Subjects
Disease control Protective clothing North West Ambulance Service NHS Trust Coronavirus
Link
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