Government to combat flu outbreaks by removing red tape

Source: DHSC and UKHSA, 1 September 2025

The government will remove red tape, allowing doctors and pharmacists to prescribe flu medicines year-round to reduce winter pressures and protect the NHS.

• Rule change will allow doctors and pharmacists to better respond to flu outbreaks
• Patients will get access to vital treatment for flu whatever time of the year
• Government reducing restrictions and slashing bureaucracy to help save lives and protect the NHS