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09 February 2022
Lead MP
Maria Caulfield
Lewes
Con
Responding Minister
Not recorded
Tags
NHSMental Health
Word Count: 591
Other Contributors: 0
At a Glance
Maria Caulfield raised concerns about unknown in Westminster Hall. Response awaited from government.
Key Requests to Government:
Caulfield asks for accountability measures through the integrated care system (ICS) boards becoming accountable bodies for commissioning services if the Health and Care Bill passes on time. She also emphasises the need to roll out successful pilot studies across the country to improve early diagnosis of autism in children.
How the Debate Unfolded
MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said:
Lead Contributor
Maria Caulfield is concerned about the lack of accountability for when services are not commissioned locally. She highlighted difficulties caused by long waits in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS), with families struggling to access necessary support, often turning to her as their last point of contact. She also mentioned the need for a national strategy and the importance of early diagnosis in schools, noting positive findings from an autism early diagnosis pilot in Bradford involving £600,000 investment over three years.
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About Westminster Hall Debates
Westminster Hall debates are a chance for MPs to raise important issues affecting their constituents and get a response from a government minister. Unlike Prime Minister's Questions, these debates are more in-depth and collaborative. The MP who secured the debate speaks first, other MPs can contribute, and a minister responds with the government's position.