Pharmacy First Debate

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Barry Sheerman

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Speaker’s Statement

Pharmacy First

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Northern Ireland Executive Formation
Wednesday 31st January 2024

(8 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Barry Sheerman Portrait Mr Barry Sheerman (Huddersfield) (Lab/Co-op)
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I do not agree with most of what the Minister has said today. We are all in favour of pharmacies, but I think this statement is a distraction from the real problems in our health service, our GP service and much else.

Baroness Laing of Elderslie Portrait Madam Deputy Speaker
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Order. Will the hon. Gentleman please ask a question?

Barry Sheerman Portrait Mr Sheerman
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Has the Minister looked at the number of pharmacies that have closed in the poorest areas of our country? Lastly, what is she going to do about companies like Boots? It has even closed its local branch in Westminster—

Baroness Laing of Elderslie Portrait Madam Deputy Speaker
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Order. Because of his seniority, I have allowed the hon. Gentleman a little leeway. One question, one answer.

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