Debates between Lord Aberdare and Lord Bethell during the 2017-2019 Parliament

Brexit: Medicines and Medical Devices

Debate between Lord Aberdare and Lord Bethell
Wednesday 2nd October 2019

(5 years, 1 month ago)

Lords Chamber
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My noble friend makes a fair point—

Lord Bethell Portrait Lord Bethell
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The Government are aware that there is a high degree of public concern on this important issue. We are also aware that the supply of medicines and medical devices is an extremely complicated process, which may have been overlooked in the past. However, thanks to the dry run in March and the ongoing efforts of officials, which I commend and pay tribute to, it has never been in better shape.