Medicines policy aims to speed registration amid shortages

Published 19 October 2026 · Trinbago News Now · Original synthesis from the dated sources below; no independent field reporting claimed.

Cabinet has approved a National Reliance Policy for Medicines intended to accelerate drug registration, Health Minister Dr Lackram Bodoe said during the 2027 Budget debate. The policy forms part of the Government’s response to shortages in public healthcare.

Bodoe also outlined plans for a central warehouse for medical supplies and an updated National Oncology Formulary to guide purchases of cancer medicines. A separate patient feedback system and checks on hospital diagnostic equipment are planned.

These measures describe intended improvements. The announcement does not establish that medicine shortages have been resolved.

Source

TTT / Kevin Garcia · Published 2026-10-18 · Checked 19 October 2026 at 6:33 AM AST.

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