Posted by Michael Wonder on 03 Nov 2017
NHS patients to get faster access to 'breakthrough' medicines
3 November 2017 - Drug firms will be offered a fast-track route to get “breakthrough” medicines to NHS patients up to four years early under a new Government system to be overseen by former GSK boss Sir Andrew Witty.
The scheme, launching from April next year, will see approvals for cutting-edge treatments for conditions like cancer, dementia and diabetes dramatically sped up.
Promising drugs will receive “breakthrough” designation, unlocking a package of public sector support from clinical development help through to faster commercial deals with the NHS.
