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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Storm Newton

UK ‘perilously vulnerable’ to disruption in delivery of health supplies – report

The UK is “perilously vulnerable” to disruptions in the supply of the likes of antibiotics, vaccines and diagnostic tests, experts have warned.

The Centre for Long-Term Resilience said a dependence on supply chains with “critical pinch points” overseas in the face of “turning geopolitical tides” is a potential threat.

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