MUSCULOSKELETAL CONDITIONS
Early day motion 362, tabled 3 December 2009 by John Austin (Labour). Signed by 103 members.
That this House notes that arthritis and other musculoskeletal conditions affect one in four of the population, causing widespread pain and disability; is concerned that 60 per cent. of primary care trusts have not audited outcomes against over £4 billion of NHS expenditure; and calls on the Government to ensure that musculoskeletal services receive improved strategic direction.
Signatures by party: Labour 53, Conservative 24, Liberal Democrat 16, DUP 4, Social Democratic and Labour Party 2, Independent 1, Independent Labour 1, Respect 1, Scottish National Party 1.