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Drugs: Fees and Charges

Asked by Mr Lee DillonLiberal DemocratDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled Answered 2 December 2025UIN 94600

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, whether he has plans to increase GP dispensing fees to bring them in line with community pharmacies.

Answered by Stephen Kinnock

General practices (GPs) are valued independent contractors who provide over £13 billion worth of National Health Services. Every year we consult with the sector both about what services they provide, and the money providers are entitled to in return under their contract, taking into account the cost of delivering services.


The Department and NHS England will begin consultation with stakeholders on the 2026/27 GP Contract shortly. Further information will be announced in due course.

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