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Written question asked by Victoria Collins (Liberal Democrat) on Tuesday, 11 November 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 13 November 2025. It was answered by Ashley Dalton (Labour) on Wednesday, 19 November 2025 on behalf of the Department of Health and Social Care.

Cerebral Palsy: Health Services

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps his Department is taking to improve support for adults with cerebral palsy.

Answer

The Government is committed to ensuring that people living with cerebral palsy have access to appropriate support and services throughout their lives, enabling them to fulfil their potential and lead healthy, productive lives.

The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has published a guideline for adults with cerebral palsy, code NG119. The guideline recommends regular reviews of clinical and functional needs, clear care pathways, and access to multi-disciplinary teams and specialist neurology services. The guideline is available at the following link:

https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng119

The 10-Year Health Plan sets out a vision for a health and care system that delivers more personalised, integrated, and proactive care for people with long-term and complex conditions, including cerebral palsy. By 2027, 95% of people with complex needs should have an agreed personal care plan. These will promote shared decision-making and access to personal health budgets, giving individuals more choice and control over therapies, equipment, and support tailored to their needs. Additionally, integrated neighbourhood health teams will bring together professionals across disciplines to deliver joined-up care for people with cerebral palsy.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
89925
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Health services Standards Cerebral palsy
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk