NHS: US Companies

Debate between Viscount Younger of Leckie and Baroness Meacher

Thursday 22nd March 2018 Lords Chamber

[Viscount Younger of Leckie]

I will take note of what my noble friend said.

[Baroness Meacher (CB)]

Following up on the question asked by my noble friend, the Minister gave an assurance that NHS data will not be sold off at a knock-down price. Will he will give an assurance to the House that NHS data will not be sold off at all? The NHS needs to benefit over time from that incredibly valuable resource.

[Viscount Younger of Leckie]

The noble Baroness is absolutely right. I can give that guarantee. If there is any change to that I will write to her, but I am certain that that is the case.