NDM7562 Welsh Conservatives debate – The supply and rollout of COVID-19 vaccines

NDM7562 Darren Millar (Clwyd West)

To propose that the Senedd:

1. Welcomes the swift action taken by the UK Conservative Government in securing access to 367 million vaccine doses and ensuring the UK was the first country in the world to authorise a vaccine.

2. Recognises the significant supply of vaccines provided by the UK Conservative Government to all home nations.

3. Regrets the slow start to the COVID-19 vaccine roll-out in Wales.

4. Calls on the Welsh Government to implement a five-point plan to guarantee the success of the vaccination programme, which includes:

a) appointing a Welsh Government vaccines minister;

b) cutting red tape to enable pharmacies and retired or former health professionals to administer the vaccines;

c) setting clear targets and publishing detailed daily information to ensure the vaccination programme is on track in all parts of Wales;

d) mobilising a 'volunteer army' to support the Welsh NHS in the delivery of the vaccination programme; and

e) introducing 24/7 vaccinations at centres across the country.