Question reference: S5W-35413
- Asked by: Miles Briggs, MSP for Lothian, Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party
- Date lodged: 22 February 2021
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Current status: Answered by Jeane Freeman on 5 March 2021
Question
To ask the Scottish Government whether the revised Heart Disease Action Plan will recognise the role that the third sector has in supporting people with heart disease and providing support that can extend beyond NHS treatment.
Answer
The Scottish Government recognises the contribution the third sector makes on the issues that matter to those who live with heart disease across Scotland. That is why the National Advisory Committee for Heart Disease includes representation from third sector partners, enabling their input into the delivery of the Heart Disease Improvement Plan and the development of the refreshed plan, due to be published this year. We are committed to continuing to work collaboratively with the third sector and other key stakeholders to ensure equitable and timely access to diagnosis, treatment and care for people with heart disease in Scotland.