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Debate between Linda Riordan and Norman Lamb(9 years, 11 months ago)
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Norman Lamb
I am happy to make sure that we liaise properly with the devolved Administrations and it is important for officials on both sides to ensure that the language is as clear as possible across the United Kingdom.
Mrs Linda Riordan (Halifax) (Lab/Co-op)
8. What the clinical reasons are for plans to close Calderdale Royal hospital A and E department.
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Debate between Linda Riordan and Norman Lamb(11 years, 8 months ago)
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The Minister of State, Department of Health (Norman Lamb)
We have made earlier diagnosis a clear objective in our mandate to the NHS. It is for NHS England and local commissioners to undertake appropriate awareness campaigns on arthritis. We very much welcome the appointment of Professor Peter Kay as the first national clinical director of musculoskeletal disease to advise on specific initiatives.
Mrs Riordan
I thank the Minister for his reply. May I ask him for another meeting to discuss this very important matter and take forward further action on it?
Norman Lamb
The meetings are stacking up, but I would love to meet the hon. Lady. She should just get in touch with my office and we will get it arranged.