Shaping a new national cancer plan for England

What’s the project about?

The UK government is developing a new national cancer plan for England. We need your help to make sure it’s shaped by the views of people affected by breast cancer.
 
The plan will set out how the government and NHS aims to do things such as speed up diagnosis, ensure people have access to the latest treatments and support people to live with and beyond cancer.  

The government is asking members of the public to share what’s important to them to help inform the new plan.  

Who’s organising it? 

Name of project lead: Abigail Moir 

Job title: Senor policy officer  

Organisation: Breast Cancer Now  

Email address: abigail.moir@breastcancernow.org 

Who can take part? 

The consultation is open to everyone.  

Why do you want me to be involved?  

By taking part, you’ll be able to have your say on the issues you care most about in terms of breast cancer diagnosis, treatment and care.

This is vital to ensure that the NHS cancer plans reflects the needs and priorities of people affected by breast cancer.

What will you ask me to do? 

We’d like you to fill in a survey which will inform the new national cancer plan.  
 
In the survey, we'll ask you to share your thoughts on what the government and NHS priorities and top actions should be in a number of areas: 

• Prevention and awareness 
• Early diagnosis 
• Treatment
• Living with and beyond cancer 
• Research and innovation 
• Inequalities 

How do I get involved? 

You can make your voice heard by completing the survey, as part of the government’s consultation on the plan.  

When’s the deadline? 

29 April 2025