Written questions

Pharmacy: Rural Areas

2026-06-02 · Department of Health and Social Care · 6227 · Official question

Mr Andrew Snowden

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps his Department is taking to maintain access to pharmacy services in rural and underserved communities.

Answer

My Rt. Hon. Friend, the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, is responsible for ensuring that patients can access medicines. In areas where there are fewer pharmacies, the Pharmacy Access Scheme provides financial support to eligible pharmacies ...