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In the meantime, you can catch up on our latest updates from the Policy & Campaigns team using the links below.
- Maintaining momentum: A busy week of campaigning activity and actions
We share information on activity that has taken place across the UK in the drive to improve outcomes for all those affected by brain tumours. - Our submission to the National Cancer Plan consultationThe Government is working on a National Cancer Plan to improve patient experience for those affected. Here we share detail of what our submission to the Government’s Consultation included.
- Exploring GP Access to Brain Scans
Today we publish new research into the barriers GPs face in being able to diagnose people with a brain tumour. Read our blog overview of our findings. - Consortium to build sustainable pipeline of trials for new brain tumour therapies
A brain tumour consortium, funded by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR), with the vision to make the UK a “testbed for oncology innovation by accelerating the development of treatments for patients with brain tumours” is being developed and is aiming for real progress in “the soonest time frame possible.” - Changes to the welfare system and what it means for the communitySignificant changes to the welfare system have recently been proposed by the government. Our Policy and Campaigns team have broken down what they could mean for people affected by a brain tumour.
- Highlighting the importance of a faster diagnosis in Scotland
During Brain Tumour Awareness Month, we visited Holyrood and met with MSPs to share the importance of achieving a faster diagnosis for those affected by brain tumours. - Rare Cancers Bill: How you can make a difference
Dr Scott Arthur MP’s Rare Cancers Bill aims to transform the rare cancers landscape. Your support would be a huge help in its success. Here’s how you can get involved. - The Rare Cancers Bill – why it is the leadership we need
The CEO of The Brain Tumour Charity, Dr Michele Afif, talks about Scott Arthur MP’s fight to get a Rare Cancers Private Members Bill over the line. - The 10-Year Health Plan – Our submission to the governmentThe Government is working on a 10-year health plan to modernise the NHS. Here we discuss our campaign calling for a National Brain Tumour Strategy to be included in this.