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Brain Tumours
18 October 2023
Lead MP
Siobhain McDonagh
Debate Type
General Debate
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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.
How the Debate Unfolded
MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said:
Lead Contributor
Opened the debate
Ms McDonagh moved a bill to set targets for clinical trials on glioblastoma, require training for medical oncologists in brain cancers, mandate the trialling of tumour drugs on brain tumours, provide requirements for neuro-oncology multidisciplinary teams and drug availability for clinical trials. She emphasised the current bleak landscape with low survival rates and lack of progress, yet expressed hope after discussions with experts, citing a potential cure within 10 years if new measures are taken.
Eleanor Laing
Con
not specified constituency
Expressed sympathy for the mover and confirmed that there will be no opposition to the bill.
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