Perran Moon
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Sir Alan Campbell
I do not agree that it makes a mockery of the devolution agenda. It is about getting local decisions made on behalf of local people. It is important that we recognise regional and local identity. Should the hon. Gentleman seek a meeting with a Minister, I will help him to arrange it.
Perran Moon (Camborne and Redruth) (Lab)
Joff Machell, from a constituency neighbouring mine, was diagnosed with motor neurone disease last October. Since then he has raised over £50,000 for MND research through activities including plunging into frozen Austrian lakes and warm Sri Lankan seas. I should declare an interest: Joff is my oldest and dearest friend. Given the importance of both sustaining research funding into MND and addressing significant patient delays in accessing genetic testing, could the Leader of the House assist me in getting a meeting with the relevant Ministers?
Sir Alan Campbell
I send my best wishes to Joff and congratulate him on the money that he has raised so far. We are investing in MND research across all areas, including causes, prevention, diagnosis, treatment and care, but I will assist my hon. Friend in getting the meeting he seeks.