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Written question asked by Earl Howe (Conservative) on Wednesday, 13 November 2024, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 27 November 2024. It was answered by Baroness Merron (Labour) on Wednesday, 20 November 2024 on behalf of the Department of Health and Social Care.


Blood Diseases: Health Services

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government how they intend to implement recommendation 9(e) of the Infected Blood Inquiry report while maintaining consistency with existing NHS England commissioning guidelines, continuing to improve standards of care and quality of life, and promoting confidence in the safety and efficacy of all licensed medicines for people with rare bleeding disorders.

Answer

I recognise that the findings of the inquiry’s final report are deeply shocking, and the Government is committed to acting on the findings of the Infected Blood Inquiry.

The Government is considering Sir Brian Langstaff’s recommendations, and will provide an update to Parliament on the progress we are making to respond to the inquiry’s recommendations by the end of the year, as the inquiry recommends.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL2497
Session
2024-26
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Health services Drugs Standards Blood diseases Infected Blood Inquiry
Link
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