17 May 2016

Bedfordshire CCG has launched a consultation and is proposing to completely stop gluten-free prescribing. The CCG currently provides gluten-free food through a pharmacy-led supply scheme and follows National Prescribing Guidelines, allowing up to 18 units (depending on age and gender) of gluten-free bread, pasta, flour, crackers and breakfast cereals per person per month. 

We are meeting with the CCG to discuss their proposal in June where we will make the case for gluten-free prescribing.

Have your say

We would encourage you to respond to the consultation to ensure your views are heard. The survey is open until Sunday 24 July and can be accessed online at the link below:

https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/VBEC2consultation

If you are unable to complete the survey online, you can contact the CCG by email (enquiries@bedfordshireccg.nhs.uk), by phone 01525 864405 or in writing to Bedfordshire Clinical Commissioning Group, Capability House, Silsoe, Bedfordshire, MK45 4HR.