There have been ongoing issues with the supply chains of goods and services and particularly in relation to the supply of Laboratory and health care supplies. These were first reported at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic with further complications from the Brexit withdrawal process.

During the pandemic there were reports of supply chain issues with a number of healthcare basics and lab supplies. Scientists were scrambling to source key items such as platesand filter tips. These issues have dissipated for some, however, there are still reports of suppliers offering long lead times and difficulties with sourcing items.