Written questions

Meningitis: Vaccination

Lords · Question HL1429 · Tabled 29 Jun 2026 · Department of Health and Social Care · Official record

Answered 23 Jul 2026

Question

Asked by Baroness McIntosh of Pickering

To ask His Majesty's Government who they intend to administer Meningitis B vaccines in rural areas where no community pharmacies exist.

Answer

Answered by Baroness Merron, 23 Jul 2026

Vaccinations will primarily be offered in community pharmacies, providing flexibility for the mobile student population who may move to a new area between doses.To support access in all areas, NHS England regional teams will also be supported to commissio...