Brain Tumour Research appointed Secretariat of Scottish Cancer Coalition

Brain Tumour Research has taken on the role of Secretariat for The Scottish Cancer Coalition, supporting the coalition’s work to reduce disparities in cancer care, promote earlier diagnosis and ensure that patients across Scotland have equitable access to high-quality, consistent care.  

The coalition comprises 32 charities which provide services to cancer patients and their families in Scotland, bringing together a wealth of expertise across a range of cancer types. Uniting charities and stakeholders, it strengthens advocacy efforts and drives systemic improvements in cancer services and outcomes. As the only organisation of its kind in Scotland, it also brings a powerful voice to collaboration with ministers, MSPs, the Scottish Government and NHS Scotland. 

Dr Karen Noble, our Director of Research and Policy said: “We have taken on the Secretariat, on behalf of Brain Tumour Research, the members of the group include a variety of voluntary organisations, patient groups, and specialist charities, and we all wish to contribute to a collective effort to improve cancer outcomes. For brain tumour patients, this is an opportunity for us to influence policy and have thought leadership in this space.” 

This important work builds on our Manifesto for Scotland which launched earlier this year and was supported by the previous Convener of the Cross-Party Group on Brain Tumours, Beatrice Wishart, and our Patron Theo Burrell (pictured above right), who was diagnosed with a glioblastoma in 2022.