Oral Answers to Questions

Greg Mulholland Excerpts

Wednesday 26th October 2016 Commons Chamber

[The Prime Minister]

I am pleased to say that, in fact, what we see—far from the impression that is given by some of the comments from Opposition Members—is that, since 2009-10, around 750,000 more people are accessing talking therapies and 1,400 more people are accessing mental health services every day, compared to 2010, so that is up by 40%. But my hon. Friend, who I know has a particular interest and a particular expertise in this area, is right that we need to do more, and that is why we are continuing to invest in mental health services and continuing to increase the standards that we provide.

[Greg Mulholland (Leeds North West) (LD)]

Just 20 children are diagnosed with inoperable brain tumours as a result of tuberous sclerosis every year. Yet, despite earlier indications, NHS England turned treatment down for funding, despite it being affordable. Will the Prime Minister meet me, the Tuberous Sclerosis Association and families to discuss how we can get through this blockage and get the treatment that these children need?

[The Prime Minister]

I am very happy to look at the issue that the hon. Gentleman has raised and to look in detail at what can be done to take that forward.