Less Survivable Cancer Awareness
That this Assembly recognises Less Survivable Cancers Awareness Week, beginning on 12 January 2026, as an important opportunity to raise awareness of the six less survivable common cancers, namely cancers of the lung, liver, brain, oesophagus, pancreas and stomach; notes with deep concern that these cancers account for a significant proportion of cancer deaths and continue to have some of the poorest survival outcomes; further notes that, despite their impact, less survivable cancers receive a disproportionately low share of cancer research funding, limiting progress in early diagnosis, treatment and survival; acknowledges the work of the Less Survivable Cancers Taskforce in representing those affected by these cancers and in highlighting the urgent need to close the research gap; recognises the importance of high-quality cancer research in improving outcomes for patients and supporting innovation within the health system; welcomes efforts during Less Survivable Cancers Awareness Week to highlight research activity and to engage patients, charities and researchers; and calls on the Minister of Health to work with Executive colleagues to ensure that cancer research funding is better targeted towards less survivable cancers, in order to address long-standing inequalities in research investment, improve early diagnosis, support the development of new treatments and ultimately save lives.
Private Members' Motion
13/01/2026