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Prescriptions: Fees and Charges

Asked by Bob BlackmanConservativeDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled Answered 15 June 2026UIN 7126

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, if he will commit to a review of the prescription charge exemption list to reflect the changing nature of many long-term conditions including cystic fibrosis.

Answered by Preet Kaur Gill

The Government currently has no plans to review or amend the list of medical conditions that entitle someone to apply for a medical exemption certificate.

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