UK Parliament’s antimicrobial resistance inquiry: translating evidence into crisis-resilient action

TL;DR

This paper proposes a model to improve antimicrobial stewardship in the UK, ensuring it remains effective during crises and aligns with global health goals.

Contribution

The paper introduces a crisis-resilient antimicrobial stewardship model with five pillars for policy and practice.

Findings

The model integrates digital innovation and diagnostics to improve AMR response.

Aligning national reforms with international frameworks can strengthen global AMR resilience.

Workforce training and surveillance are critical for sustaining antimicrobial stewardship during emergencies.

Abstract

Parliamentary inquiries play a crucial role in bridging scientific evidence and health policy. In response to the United Kingdom (UK) Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee inquiry on antimicrobial resistance (AMR), this Viewpoint presents a ‘crisis-resilient antimicrobial stewardship’ model designed to sustain effectiveness during emergencies while strengthening routine performance. The model is organized around five interconnected pillars: digital innovation and diagnostics, One Health and environmental governance, workforce resilience and training, surveillance and data integration, and governance and policy alignment. Positioned within the global policy context of the World Health Organization (WHO), the European Union (EU), and the Sustainable Development Goals, it embeds equity, sustainability, and accountability. Aligning national reforms with international frameworks can enhance the UK’s contribution to global AMR resilience and the 2030 Agenda.

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