Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Gregory Campbell and Karin Smyth

Tuesday 20th October 2026 Commons Chamber

[Karin Smyth]

My hon. Friend is absolutely right that it is the responsibility of the commissioners to look holistically at the provision of services. We want more services closer to home, using technology, care in people’s homes and so on, but she is quite right to highlight this issue. I know that she will continue campaigning on it, and I hope everyone has listened to her, so that people can come together to help her constituents.

[Mr Gregory Campbell (East Londonderry) (DUP)]

T5. Bowel cancer rates are increasing among the under-50s. What targeted interventions are taking place to try to reduce such incidences?

Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Gregory Campbell and Karin Smyth

Tuesday 7th January 2025 Commons Chamber

[Karin Smyth]

My hon. Friend is right that confidence is the key word in the huge agenda that the CQC has to deliver. Dr Dash and Professor Mike Richards highlighted serious failings that need to be re-addressed. As one of our predecessors said, priorities are our language. Currently, a review of one or two-word ratings is not a priority, but it will be kept under review.

[Mr Gregory Campbell (East Londonderry) (DUP)]

Is the Minister indicating today that there will be a new start in the Care Quality Commission, and that things will change for both staff and the recipients of care?

[Karin Smyth]

The hon. Gentleman makes an excellent point, particularly with regard to staff, who need support to continue their important work. A new start with new leadership is what they need, as well as implementation of the recommendations.