Davey: Tackling Cancer Must be a Priority

From a briefing from South East Councils: Sir Ed Davey delivered his speech this afternoon at the Liberal Democrat conference, where he pledged cancer as a top priority for the party. He said that they want to reduce cancer delays and boost survival rates.

He also said that the party would create a new Brexit deal to enhance Britain on the global stage and restore the economy by investing in green industry. Sir Ed also vowed to reduce political cynicism through proportional representation.

Key Points:

• The Liberal Democrats would create a new Brexit deal to enhance Britain on the global stage and restore the economy by investing in green industry.
• Sir Ed Davey pledged that cancer would be a top priority for the Liberal Democrats, to reduce cancer delays and boost survival rates.
• The Liberal Democrats would increase investment in international research and development to enhance access to innovative treatments.
• Sir Ed outlined an NHS and social care plan as part of the wider economic strategy, including better pay for care professionals and support for family carers.
• Sir Ed vowed to reduce political cynicism through proportional representation.