Community Pharmacies: Devon and the South-west
Debate between Clive Betts and Adam Dance(4 weeks, 1 day ago)
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Adam Dance (Yeovil) (LD)
I congratulate you on securing this vital debate. In my constituency of Yeovil, pharmacies provide vital services, including more than 6,700 prescriptions per month—not quite as many as in your constituency, Rachel.
Adam Dance
Sorry, Mr Betts. Since the launch of the Pharmacy First service this year, it is estimated that pharmacies in Yeovil have saved at least 556 GP appointments. However, a lack of investment and the rise in national insurance contributions threaten the amazing work done by pharmacies in Yeovil and across the country. I understand from the response I received to a parliamentary question—
Mr Clive Betts (in the Chair)
Order. Interventions should be brief and to the point for hon. Members to respond to. They should not be another speech.
Adam Dance
Will my hon. Friend join me in urging the Minister to provide a clear timeline for the consultation to start?