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Motion · S6M-04875 · 8 Jun 2022

Providing Support to Tackle Childhood Cancer

Lodged by Jeremy Balfour Members' Business Motion 26 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament understands that the leading cause of death for children under the age of 10 in Scotland is cancer; considers that this is, in part, caused by a lack of funding specifically dedicated to research and treatment of childhood cancers; believes that, in too many cases, diagnoses are made in A&E rather than in primary care situations; notes the view that more specialist paediatric training is needed for primary care professionals, especially general practitioners; affirms that one child dying of cancer is too many, and notes the view that more must be done, including in Lothian Region, to ensure that one day everyone can live in a country that is cancer free.

Supporters (26)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.