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Written question asked by Lord Hunt of Kings Heath (Labour) on Tuesday, 8 June 2021, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 22 June 2021. It was answered by Lord Bethell (Conservative) on Thursday, 17 June 2021 on behalf of the Department of Health and Social Care.


Medical Equipment: Innovation

Question

To ask Her Majesty's Government what plans they have (1) to put in place a framework agreement specifically for the adoption of medical devices innovation, and (2) to ensure that each procurement framework agreement has a section specifically for innovation adoption to speed up the use of innovative medical devices for patients.

Answer

There are currently no plans for an additional framework agreement for medical device innovation. However, current frameworks do accommodate innovations from existing suppliers.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL854
Session
2021-22
Subjects
Innovation NHS Procurement Medical equipment
Link
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