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House of Commons · General Debate

Brain Tumours

28 February 2024 · 1 other contributor

Opened by Siobhain McDonagh Lab Mitcham and Morden

NHS

Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.

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At a glance

Siobhain McDonagh raised concerns about brain tumours in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.

Key points

  • Proposes a Bill to improve care for glioblastoma patients by setting clinical trial targets and training medical oncologists.
  • Emphasises the personal impact of glioblastoma following the loss of her sister Margaret.
  • Calls for legislative action to address the lack of progress in treating glioblastoma.

How the debate unfolded

MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said.

Opened the debate

Siobhain McDonagh Lab Mitcham and Morden

Proposes a Bill aiming to improve the situation for glioblastoma patients, including setting clinical trial targets, training medical oncologists in brain cancers, ensuring availability of drugs for trials, reviewing funding allocation, direct referrals from optometrists, and management of drug trial data. Emphasises the personal loss of her sister Margaret and the need for legislative action to address the lack of progress in treating glioblastoma.

Other contributors (1)
  • Nigel Evans Con Cannock Chase

    Expresses gratitude towards Siobhain McDonagh for continuing her sister Margaret's legacy and fighting for glioblastoma patients.

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