The NHS is preparing to stockpile drugs in preparation for a no deal Brexit , according to Health Secretary Jim Hancock , who said he was confident of a deal , but it was responsible to plan for all possible outcomes . The UK and EU have both said they want to avoid a no deal Brexit , and ministers have rejected speculation about shortages and queues at ports if a deal is not finalised . He said he was confident a deal would be reached but it was "responsible" to prepare for all outcomes. Hancock also said there would be contingency plans for people booking holidays in other countries who might need medical assistance in the event of a no deal Brexit .
The NHS is preparing to stockpile drugs in preparation for a no deal Brexit , according to Health Secretary Jim Hancock , who said he was confident of a deal , but it was responsible to plan for all possible outcomes . The UK and EU have both said they want to avoid a no deal Brexit , and ministers have rejected speculation about shortages and queues at ports if a deal is not finalised . Hancock also said there would be contingency plans for people booking holidays in other countries who might need medical assistance in the event of a no deal Brexit .