House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
NHS Cervical Screening Programme
10 June 2025 · Department of Health and Social Care
Proposed by Ashley Dalton Lab West Lancashire
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Key points
- The minister has accepted a recommendation to extend cervical screening intervals from three to five years for those with negative HPV tests.
- This change aligns England's cervical screening intervals with those of Wales and Scotland.
- Increased opportunities will be provided to test and recall individuals who have HPV.
Issue summary
The statement addresses changes to the NHS Cervical Screening Programme in England.
Action requested
The minister has accepted a recommendation to extend cervical screening intervals from three to five years for those with negative HPV tests, while increasing opportunities to test and recall individuals who have HPV. This brings England's intervals in line with Wales and Scotland.
Key facts
- The NHS Cervical Screening Programme provides routine testing for women aged 25-64.
- Since December 2019, the primary screen is an HPV test.
- Individuals with negative HPV tests will have screening intervals extended from three to five years.
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