Part of the debate – in the Senedd at 4:32 pm on 28 September 2022.
In relation to the cancer action plan, the plan should have, as its central aim, the principle that everyone should have equitable access to timely diagnosis and the most effective evidence base, treatment and support. Consideration should be given to how adequate capacity and expertise can be brought together to enable timely access and transformation, and how to bring cancer services closer to communities and patients at large. However, lasting transformation that will deliver improvement in outcomes will be impossible without adequate investment, growing the cancer workforce as well as improving infrastructure. We need to see innovative approaches to service delivery in areas such as early detection and diagnosis, digital pathology and developing integrated IT systems.
Minister, your Government and all parties in this Senedd are committed to promoting the rights of women, I have no doubt in my mind. On Monday, I took part in the first meeting of the women's caucus steering group, organised by our esteemed colleague Joyce Watson. Based on the Senedd's desire to support women in all areas, nothing would demonstrate more clearly your commitment to promoting the rights of women than by giving your support to the motion today. Thank you.