Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN 78883
Diabetes: Tirzepatide
Tabled: 10 October 2025
Answered: 21 October 2025
Question
Liz Jarvis
Liberal Democrat — Eastleigh
To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps his Department is taking to ensure the proactive management of Mounjaro shortages for patients with Type 2 diabetes.
Answer
Dr Zubir AhmedWe are not currently aware of any supply issues with Mounjaro preparations. We have a range of well-established processes and tools to manage supply issues if and when they arise and to mitigate risks to patients.