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Member

Speaking in the House of Lords on 17 June 2025

Debate

Human Medicines (Amendments Relating to Hub and Spoke Dispensing etc.) Regulations 2025

Contribution

Will these regulations inadvertently create an uneven playing field, putting unsustainable pressure on smaller businesses that lack the resources to adopt such models? We fear that this could lead to the closure of cherished local pharmacies, diminishing physical access to essential services and reducing patient choice, especially for the elderly, those with limited mobility or individuals who rely on familiarisation and trusted face-to-face interaction.

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