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Proposed amendments to the regulatory terms of service of pharmacy and appliance contractors in relation to dispensing items listed in Part IX of the Drug Tariff - summary of responses to the consultation

This document summarises the responses to the consutlation on the amendments to terms of service and indicates next steps.

This consultation sought comments on the proposed amendments to the regulatory terms of service of appliance and pharmacy contractors. The proposed amendments are intended to ensure consistent access and level of service delivery of appliance and pharmacy contractors in relation to stoma and incontinence dispensing items listed in Part IX of the Drug Tariff. While the proposals were most relevant to appliance and pharmacy contractors because of their effect on the framework in which they operate, as with all consultations, the DH welcomed views from any interested party.

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