§ Vera BairdTo ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what steps he is taking to ensure the security of supplies of heroin in pharmacies which may be required to prescribe it. [105828]
§ Mr. Bob AinsworthDiamorphine (heroin) is already one of those controlled drugs to which the Misuse of Drugs (Safe Custody) Regulations 1973 apply. Pharmacies are covered by these Regulations, which oblige them to hold controlled drugs in such a way as to prevent any unauthorised access.
580WThese Regulations require that pharmacies keep controlled drugs in a locked safe, cabinet or room, as specified in the Regulations, or alternatively, in premises certified by the local chief officer of police as providing an adequate degree of security.