Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 8 February 2022
630. Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the amount provided for the implementation of the National Cancer Strategy in each of the years 2017 to 2021 and to date in 2022, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5937/22]
View answerThe following table sets out the new development funding provided for the implementation of the National Cancer Strategy since 2017:
This funding has been used to facilitate developments across cancer prevention, diagnosis, treatment and patient supports.
The implementation of the National Cancer Strategy is a Programme for Government commitment and is part of the implementation of Sláintecare. We have seen significant progress on the implementation of the Strategy over the past four years, with clear evidence-based policy direction from my Department and strong implementation by the HSE's National Cancer Control Programme (NCCP).
