Monday 23rd February 2026

(1 day, 10 hours ago)

Lords Chamber
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Lord Stockwood Portrait Lord Stockwood (Lab)
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Yes, I thank the noble Lord for that.

Lord Wigley Portrait Lord Wigley (PC)
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My Lords, the Minister quite rightly referred to pharmaceuticals and their importance. Can he clarify whether the derogation regarding pharmaceuticals will include the equipment and technology used for testing the need for and application of pharmaceuticals?

Lord Stockwood Portrait Lord Stockwood (Lab)
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I will have to come back to the noble Lord on that question. The pharmaceuticals deal was for medical exports to the US for at least three years.