I refer to your request under the Freedom of Information Act, which I received on 22 February 2024 for information about the following:

I would like to enquire about the shortage of ADHD medication in the UK. I already requested this through the NHS FOI request and they redirected me here. My questions:

• How many NHS patients have been impacted by the shortages over the last 12 months?

• Of those experiencing shortages, how many are under 18 and/or in full-time education?

• How many under 18s are on the waiting list to be diagnosed and medicated respectfully? How do current numbers compare to five years ago?

Response

I am writing to advise you that following a search of our paper and electronic records, I have established that the information you requested is not held by the NHS Business Services Authority.

However it is possible that NHS England may hold some or all of the information you require. They can be contacted at:

NHS England

PO Box 16738

Redditch

B97 9PT

Telephone 0300 311 22 33

Email: england.contactus@nhs.net

Web http://www.england.nhs.uk/contact-us/foi/