40th anniversary of Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Tabled 20 October 2025 by Helen Maguire
That this House recognises October 2025 as the 40th anniversary of Breast Cancer Awareness Month; acknowledges the significant progress made in improving survival and remission rates over the past four decades; notes that breast cancer remains the most common cancer in the United Kingdom, with one in eight women diagnosed in their lifetime; further notes the importance of early detection through screening and self-examination, which has been central to improving outcomes and increasing remission rates; pays tribute to the researchers, clinicians, charities, and campaigners who have advanced understanding, treatment, and care for those affected; and calls on the Government to sustain investment in research, ensure equitable access to screening and follow-up care across the UK, and continue efforts to raise awareness and reduce inequalities in diagnosis and long-term recovery.
Signatories (38)
- Helen Maguire Sponsor
- Mr Gregory Campbell
- Mr Joshua Reynolds
- Martin Wrigley
- Jim Shannon
- Tom Morrison
- Charlotte Cane
- Wera Hobhouse
- Jess Brown-Fuller
- Mr Will Forster
- Dr Roz Savage
- Steff Aquarone
- Andrew George
- Tom Gordon
- Dr Ellie Chowns
- Jim Allister
- Zöe Franklin
- Ian Roome
- Clive Jones
- Shockat Adam
- Liz Jarvis
- Wendy Chamberlain
- Helen Morgan
- Adrian Ramsay
- Siân Berry
- Carla Denyer
- David Chadwick
- Alex Brewer
- Luke Myer
- Mr Angus MacDonald
- Christine Jardine
- Bob Blackman
- Sarah Dyke
- Rachael Maskell
- Mr Lee Dillon
- Vikki Slade
- Freddie van Mierlo
- Dr Al Pinkerton