EDM: Radiotherapy in the National Cancer Plan

Radiotherapy in the National Cancer Plan

Tabled by Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat) 44 signatures

The motion

That this House welcomes the publication of the National Cancer Plan and its ambition to meet all cancer targets by 2029; notes with concern the lack of a comprehensive plan for radiotherapy; recognises that while references to Stereotactic Ablative Radiotherapy are positive, they fall far short of the investment and strategic direction urgently required; further notes that the plan anticipates meeting radiotherapy waiting time targets within three years despite no clear proposals for additional workforce capacity, capital investment or equipment replacement; believes that without commissioning more satellite radiotherapy units the Government cannot meet its own 62-day target; and calls on the Government to work with the APPG for Radiotherapy to strengthen the plan and deliver the improvements patients across the UK urgently need.

Signatories (44)