Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Maria Caulfield and Stephen Metcalfe

Tuesday 18th January 2022 Commons Chamber

[Stephen Metcalfe (South Basildon and East Thurrock) (Con)]

I am very pleased to hear that no decision has been made on this important topic, and I hope the situation remains as it is. Will my hon. Friend take this opportunity to remind those who are paying for their prescriptions that a pre-payment certificate is available that can save a significant amount of money for those who regularly use their pharmacy?

[Maria Caulfield]

My hon. Friend is absolutely right, and he does well to highlight the pre-payment certificate. If people go for a 12-month certificate, which is about £2 a week, for two items they can save £116.30 and for three items, £228.50, so it is well worth the investment.