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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Genome UK: England Implementation Plan

13 December 2022 · Department of Health and Social Care

Proposed by Will Quince Con Colchester

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At a glance

Key points

  • The minister announces the publication of the 'Genome UK - England Implementation Plan 2022 to 2025'
  • The plan outlines priority actions for the development of genomics in healthcare and support for the genomics workforce in England
  • The implementation plan includes commitments to patient engagement and the application of ethical standards

Issue summary

The statement discusses the publication of the 'Genome UK – England Implementation Plan 2022 to 2025', outlining progress towards a 10-year strategy for advancing genomic healthcare.

Action requested

The minister announces the publication of the implementation plan, detailing priority actions for genomics development and workforce support in England. It also includes commitments to patient engagement and ethical standards application.

Key facts

  • Genome UK – England Implementation Plan 2022 to 2025 is being published.
  • The strategy has 45 commitments over a 10-year period.
  • Publication follows previous plans from May 2021 and March 2022.
  • Actions include engaging with patients, developing the genomics workforce, supporting industrial growth, and ethical standards application.
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