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Rising drug costs, Brexit and staff shortages blamed for Manx Care shortfall

The health minister will ask for £10 million in Tynwald next month

Rising drug costs as a result of Covid-19, Brexit and staff shortages are just some of the reasons why the Department of Health and Social Care will be requesting £10 million for Manx Care.

The health minister will ask Tynwald for the additional funding next month.

Lawrie Hooper says the rising costs were unexpected and more money is needed:

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