Question to the Department of Health and Social Care:

To ask His Majesty's Government what steps they are taking to improve after care for patients who have received surgery for the treatment of brain tumours.

Where appropriate, every person diagnosed with cancer will have access to personalised care, including needs assessment, a care plan and health and wellbeing information and support. This is being delivered through the National Health Service comprehensive model of personalised care, empowering patients to manage their care and and maximise the potential of digital and community-based support. All patients will have access to the appropriate expertise and support, including a Clinical Nurse Specialist or other support worker. After treatment, patients move to a follow-up pathway to suit their needs, which ensures rapid access to clinical support is available should they have concerns regarding their health.

NHS England is reviewing and updating all service specifications, which describe the relevant specialists involved in clinical multidisciplinary teams to optimise patient care.