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Basque Leader Pradales Apologizes for Expired Vaccines, Pledges to Clarify Responsibility

He offered a personal apology to families, calling the lapse unacceptable.

Overview

  • Imanol Pradales issued his first public remarks on Monday regarding Osakidetza's handling of expired vaccine doses.
  • Speaking in Vitoria-Gasteiz, he apologized on behalf of the Basque Government, using the word “Barkatu” and stating the incident should never have happened.
  • He promised to clarify who is responsible and said he would adopt measures if necessary to ensure it is not repeated.
  • Authorities have not specified how many patients were affected, with reports noting that many involved are babies.
  • Concrete findings, disciplinary actions, or a detailed remediation plan have not yet been disclosed.