Proceeding contribution from Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party) in the House of Commons on Wednesday, 25 March 2026. It occurred during Debate on NHS Continuing Healthcare.
NHS Continuing Healthcare
I commend the hon. Gentleman for bringing this debate forward. I spoke to him beforehand, as I always try to be helpful in my contributions. He may only now be aware that in 2023, the High Court in Northern Ireland determined that the previous Northern Ireland continuing healthcare policy breached obligations regarding equality for older people—some of the very things that he is referring to. As a result, the Department of Health in Northern Ireland is in the process of reviewing and developing new, fairer guidance. Does he agree that, UK-wide, this must be tailored care, with an understanding that one size simply cannot fit all?
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- 2024-26
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- Eligibility NHS Patients Standards Continuing care Integrated care boards
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