Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN 82354

Multiple Sclerosis: Diagnosis

Tabled: 15 October 2025
Answered: 25 November 2025

Question

Richard Burgon

LabourLeeds East

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, whether he is taking steps to ensure that people seeking a potential diagnosis of multiple sclerosis are seen by a neurologist within 12 weeks.

Answer

Ashley Dalton
Unplanned hospital admissions for people with multiple sclerosis (MS) are detrimental to patient wellbeing, the health and care system and the economy.That is why the Government is investing in additional capacity to deliver appointments to help bring lis...

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