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Written question asked by Sarah Green (Liberal Democrat) on Friday, 28 August 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 3 September 2026 (named day). A holding answer was provided on Friday, 4 September 2026. A substantive answer was provided by James Frith (Labour) on Monday, 7 September 2026 on behalf of the Department of Health and Social Care.


Skin Cancer: Medical Treatments and Surgery

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, if she will review NHS rules on treatment before surgery for patients with stage 3 melanoma.

Answer

There are no specific plans for reviewing National Health Service rules on treatment before surgery for patients with stage 3 melanoma. NHS England keeps specialised cancer commissioning policies under review.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
22106
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Medical treatments Surgery Skin cancer
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk