Current status: Answered by Jenni Minto on 4 September 2025
To ask the Scottish Government how it is ensuring equitable access to specialist neuro-oncology services across all NHS boards.
The Scottish Cancer Network (SCN) has developed a Clinical Management Pathway on adult neuro-oncology. It sets out the delivery of a Scotland-wide approach to optimal treatment options throughout the patient journey, from diagnosis through to follow-up or end of life care.
The neuro-oncology pathway provides a clinical consensus to delivering the optimal treatment and support options to individuals diagnosed with and living with brain cancer, regardless of individual or geographical variation. It also signposts resources and support services to live well with a brain tumour, take control and find practical help that meets their specific needs.
I also refer the member to the answer to question S6W-39990 on 4 September 2025. All answers to written Parliamentary Questions are available on the Parliament's website, the search facility for which can be found at https://www.parliament.scot/chamber-and-committees/written-questions-and-answers.