AMR and health inequalities data
Link between antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and health inequalities, with limited routine data collection on this issue.
7 items
1 source
2 inquiries
Source spread
Where this theme appears
AMR and health inequalities data has been flagged across 1 independent accountability source:
7 inquiry recs
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Inquiry Recommendations (7)
R40 — Prudent antibiotic prescribing
Recommendation: Health Boards should ensure that the key principles of prudent antibiotic prescribing are adhered to and that implementation of policy is rigorously monitored by management.
Words of: Scottish Government, The Scottish Government's Response to the Vale of Leven Hospital Inquiry Report, section 1.3, 18 June 2015
Gov response: The Scottish Government accepts its responsibility for the failings identified in the report and we apologise unreservedly for the suffering and loss caused. We accept in full all of the report's recommendations.
Accepted
R35 — Antibiotic prescribing monitoring
Recommendation: Scottish Government should monitor the implementation of policies and/or guidance on antibiotic prescribing issued in connection with healthcare associated infection and seek assurance within specified time limits that implementation has taken place.
Words of: Scottish Government, The Scottish Government's Response to the Vale of Leven Hospital Inquiry Report, section 1.3, 18 June 2015
Gov response: The Scottish Government accepts its responsibility for the failings identified in the report and we apologise unreservedly for the suffering and loss caused. We accept in full all of the report's recommendations.
Accepted
R34 — Antimicrobial guidance implementation
Recommendation: Health Boards should ensure that changes in policy and/or guidance on antimicrobial practice issued by or on behalf of Scottish Government are implemented without delay.
Words of: Scottish Government, The Scottish Government's Response to the Vale of Leven Hospital Inquiry Report, section 1.3, 18 June 2015
Gov response: The Scottish Government accepts its responsibility for the failings identified in the report and we apologise unreservedly for the suffering and loss caused. We accept in full all of the report's recommendations.
Accepted
COVID-M4.3 — Improve Vaccine Uptake Monitoring and Evaluation
Recommendation: Each of the four UK public health or health security agencies should work together to: maintain accurate, UK-wide insight into the state of vaccine uptake and hesitancy; and understand the measures proven to be effective in increasing uptake across the …
Words of: Northern Ireland Executive, Executive Response to Module 4 Report October 2026, 7 October 2026
Gov response: Accepted in Principle The Northern Ireland Executive already carries out a significant amount of work to monitor and evaluate vaccination uptake and delivery. England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland regularly assess uptake against measurable standards …
Accepted
COVID-M4.2 — Formalise Community Vaccine Equity Networks
Recommendation: The UK government, Scottish Government, Welsh Government and Northern Ireland Executive should maintain networks with local communities to produce targeted vaccination strategies and communications. To achieve this: The Scottish Government, Welsh Government and Northern Ireland Executive should establish local community …
Words of: Northern Ireland Executive, Executive Response to Module 4 Report October 2026, 7 October 2026
Gov response: Accepted in Principle The Northern Ireland Executive are already acting to improve vaccine equity including through community engagement, tailored delivery models and work to understand and address barriers to vaccination. Across the UK, governments and …
Accepted in part
R41 — Laboratory specimen processing
Recommendation: Health Boards should ensure that there is no unnecessary delay in processing laboratory specimens, in reporting positive results and in commencing specific antibiotic treatment. Infection control staff should carry out regular audits to ensure that there are no unnecessary delays …
Words of: Scottish Government, The Scottish Government's Response to the Vale of Leven Hospital Inquiry Report, section 1.3, 18 June 2015
Gov response: The Scottish Government accepts its responsibility for the failings identified in the report and we apologise unreservedly for the suffering and loss caused. We accept in full all of the report's recommendations.
Accepted
R37 — CDI senior assessment and treatment
Recommendation: Health Boards should ensure that any patient with suspected CDI receives full clinical assessment by senior medical staff, that specific antibiotic therapy for CDI is commenced timeously and that the response to antibiotics is monitored on at least a daily …
Words of: Scottish Government, The Scottish Government's Response to the Vale of Leven Hospital Inquiry Report, section 1.3, 18 June 2015
Gov response: The Scottish Government accepts its responsibility for the failings identified in the report and we apologise unreservedly for the suffering and loss caused. We accept in full all of the report's recommendations.
Accepted