Question to the Department of Health and Social Care:

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what estimate he has made of the volume of contraceptive drug supplies; and if he will make a statement.

The Department is aware of supply issues affecting a limited number of contraceptives due to manufacturing issues. Most contraceptive medicines and products remain available, including alternatives to those experiencing supply issues.

We have been working closely with affected suppliers of contraceptive medicines to maintain overall access to patients and have provided regular updates about these issues and management advice to the National Health Service.

We understand the importance of maintaining access to contraceptives medicines to people in this country and will continue to work with all relevant stakeholders to resolve the supply issues as quickly as possible.