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15 March 2022
Lead MP
Eleanor Laing
Debate Type
General Debate
Tags
NHSMental Health
Other Contributors: 2
At a Glance
Eleanor Laing raised concerns about committees 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
Mrs Laing emphasised the importance of increased funding for mental health services, noting a 10% rise in demand over the past year. She also highlighted the need to improve patient waiting times by introducing new technology and training programmes for healthcare workers.
John Smith
Lab
London
Mr Smith criticised the Government's handling of the NHS budget, pointing out that cuts have led to a 15% decrease in staff morale. He suggested redirecting funds from non-essential services towards frontline care.
Alice Johnson
Lib Dem
Bristol
Ms Johnson emphasised the need for cross-party support in healthcare funding, noting that a collaborative approach would better serve patients' needs. She proposed a 3-year pilot programme to test innovative solutions in several regions.
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