18 August 2015

Recent media reports have shone the spotlight on gluten-free prescribing and whether, during this time of austerity, this is a service that the NHS should continue to offer.

Coeliac UK has been defending gluten-free prescriptions as an important support for people with coeliac disease.  Whilst gluten-free food can be bought in the larger supermarkets, there are real issues around accessing gluten-free food in smaller stores, rural localities and for those on low incomes and with mobility issues.

You can see and listen to the coverage:

Coverage on Tuesday 18 August

BBC Three Counties Listen at 01:08:40

BBC Radio Wales Listen at 02:07:29

BBC Breakfast - unfortunately there isn't a watch again link

Independent

Coverage on Monday 17 August

LBC Radio (You have to subscribe)

BBC Radio Berkshire Listen at 2:10 

BBC 5 Live Listen at 39 mins 30 secs

BBC Radio Surrey and Sussex Listen at 42mins 20secs