David Lawson, director of medical technology and innovation, Department of Health and Social Care
Policy lead for medical technology and innovation with responsibility for the implementation of the Government’s inaugural Medical Technology Strategy published February 2023 and delivery of commitments under the 10 Year Health Plan and Life Science Sector Plan published July 2025 to support adoption. Key initiatives include the Design for Life programme, Innovative Devics Access Pathway, Rules Based Pathway, Value Based Procurement, MedTech Compass System, Product Information Management System, Reform of £1.6bn Part IX Drug Tariff, Disclosure of Industry Payments to the Healthcare Sector. Former chief procurement officer at Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust – a position held for 21 years – and double winner of the Supply Chain Excellence Award in 2008 and 2021.