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Member

Speaking in the House of Commons on 11 July 2025

Debate

Rare Cancers Bill

Contribution

So, what is it to do with NHS England? The definition of a rare cancer is already in the Bill. Surely, it is a matter of fact? It should not be the subject of qualification or second-guessing by NHS England, so why is it in the Bill? In my submission, it gives the Department more wriggle room. Perhaps it means that a whole lot of people in NHS England will have to work out whether a particular cancer complies with the definition of a rare cancer that

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