Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN 113415

Cancer: Medical Treatments

Tabled: 12 February 2026

Answered: 16 March 2026

Question

James McMurdock

Independent — South Basildon and East Thurrock

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps is he taking to help support underperforming trusts improve compliance with the cancer treatment standard from referral to treatment.

Answer

Mrs Sharon Hodgson

Improving performance against the cancer treatment standards is a key priority for the Government. As set out in the National Cancer Plan, National Health Service regions and Cancer Alliances will jointly identify underperforming trusts and provide intens...

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