Biogen: Patients Must Be At Center Of UK Biosimilar Decision Making

‘The NHS Is Under Capacity Pressure, We’re Asking For Change,’ Firm Says

The head of biosimilars for Biogen in the UK & Ireland, Jim Porter, sat down with Generics Bulletin to discuss “system challenges and changes that we’re seeing within the UK’s NHS,” as well as Biogen’s own position in what it says is a very important market for the company.

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Porter's resume includes roles with Roche and Novartis • Source: Shutterstock

Continued engagement on key biosimilar policy in the UK, including the controversial Voluntary Scheme for Branded Medicines Pricing and Access, is crucial to ensuring a sustainable environment in the UK that fosters future launches, the head of biosimilars for Biogen in the UK & Ireland has told Generics Bulletin as part of an exclusive interview.

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