Policy Engagement

Scottish Cancer Coalition Membership

We are honored to be members of the Scottish Cancer Coalition, a dynamic partnership of voluntary organisations dedicated to enhancing cancer services and outcomes for patients in Scotland. This coalition allows us to contribute our expertise and collaborate with other organisations, collectively striving to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those affected by cancer.

Cross-Party Groups

Our active involvement extends to several cross-party groups (CPGs) where we collaborate with policymakers and influencers to address key themes related to cancer support. Here are some of the prominent groups we currently sit on:

1. Cross-Party Group on Cancer

Purpose:

• To act as a channel of communications between the Scottish Parliament and people and organisations working in cancer research, treatment, care and prevention.
• To identify areas where inequalities exist in the provision of cancer care and campaign for their improvement.
• To provide opportunities for MSPs to learn about the latest Scottish and international cancer research and to learn about cancer care needs and services, including the views of both patients and carers. 

2. Cross-Party Group on Health Inequalities

Purpose:

• The group aims to raise awareness of the causes of health inequalities amongst parliamentarians to influence legislation and amongst policy makers to promote evidence based actions which reduce health inequalities and to avoid legislation and policies which will make health inequalities in Scotland worse.

3. Cross-Party Group on Palliative Care

Purpose:

• To act as a channel of communication between the Scottish Parliament and people and organisations working in palliative care
• To provide opportunities for Members of the Scottish Parliament to learn about palliative care needs and service, and the issues involved in palliative care provision
• To increase awareness and raise the profile of palliative care
• To put palliative care on to the agenda of the Health and Sport Committee

Our participation in these groups allows us to provide valuable insights, share evidence-based practices, and actively contribute to the development of policies that positively impact the cancer community in Scotland