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Government criticised over ‘recklessly watering down’ pharma resolution
Matthew Hancock

CAMPAIGNERS have criticised the government for attempting to “derail” a landmark resolution on pharmaceutical price transparency.

MPs and NGOs gathered at the World Health Assembly (WHA) in Geneva today called on the government to stop blocking measures for greater transparency that would ensure lower drug prices.

Last week, more than 1,000 people contacted Health Secretary Matthew Hancock and International Development Secretary Rory Stewart, urging them to support the proposal.

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