The forecasted data indicates a gradual decline in the number of confirmed RR-/MDR-TB cases in the UK from 42 cases in 2024 to 37 cases by 2028. As of 2023, the actual number of cases stood at 43. Year-on-year variations show minor decreases of approximately 2.4% to 2.6% per year, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) reflecting an average year-over-year decrease across the five-year forecast period. This downward trend suggests improving control measures or innovative treatment strategies targeting drug-resistant forms of tuberculosis.

Future trends to watch for include:

The impact of new TB vaccination programs or drugs introduced in the pipeline.
Changes in healthcare policies that could affect TB detection and treatment effectiveness.
The influence of global TB control strategies and their adaptation in the UK.