Source: CABINET STATEMENT, Eluned Morgan MS, Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care
16th July 2024
“In October 2022, I made a commitment in the National Immunisation Framework to scope changin
the procurement model for inactivated flu vaccine to introduce a centralised model, in line with all
other vaccinations.
Following detailed consideration and close working with NHS partners and primary care representative
bodies, I am pleased to confirm flu vaccine for the 2025-26 and subsequent seasons will be procured
centrally by the Welsh Government.
I am making this statement today, to provide clarity to primary care contractors that when the ordering
window opens for the 2025-26 season in September 2024, they will not be required to place orders with
vaccine manufacturers.
Work will continue with all partners over the coming months to ensure a smooth transition to the new
model next year. Further details about how the changes will be implemented will be provided in due course.
I would like to put on record my thanks to all partners for their positive engagement with this important
piece of work”.
Eluned Morgan MS, Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care.
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