Cancer Care West of England 2025-03-25
2025-03-25
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The Big Space Cancer Appeal is raising £17.5 million for a new cancer centre at Cheltenham General Hospital because previous government funding was insufficient.
I thank the Minister for her answer. The Big Space Cancer Appeal being run by the Cheltenham and Gloucester Hospitals Charity is going on in my constituency, having to raise £17.5 million for a new cancer centre at Cheltenham General Hospital because the previous Government did not fund it. I am proud of the fund-raising work that is being done by the hospitals charity, including by my caseworker, Mateusz, who is running two half marathons for the cause. Will the Minister meet me and Dr Sam Guglani and Dr Charles Candish to discuss how the Government might provide more support for this crucial piece of infrastructure?
I commend the hon. Member’s campaign activity for improved cancer facilities and Mateusz’s two half-marathons. Local provision for healthcare is managed by the local health system. I would be delighted to meet him and local representatives as soon as diaries allow.
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Assessment & feedback
The Minister did not commit to specific support or funding for the new cancer centre at Cheltenham General Hospital, only offering a meeting.
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