MILITARY AMPUTEES AND THE NHS

Early day motion 142, tabled 24 May 2012 by David Morris (Conservative). Signed by 81 members.

That this House welcomes the Government's support for the recommendations made in the Murrison Report, A Better Deal for Military Amputees; is encouraged that £15 million has been identified to help implement the report's recommendations; recognises that there is a need to address the disparity of access for the latest prosthetic technology for NHS amputee patients; notes that in 2010 only 12 C-Leg microprocessor knees were fitted by the NHS; further notes that it is estimated that an additional £15 million could deliver access to microprocessor knees for all suitable NHS patients and would save the service money in the long-term; and calls on the Government to consider this and other ways to ensure amputees have access to the most appropriate technology.

Signatures by party: Labour 43, Conservative 15, Liberal Democrat 13, DUP 4, Alliance 1, Independent 1, Plaid Cymru 1, Respect 1, Scottish National Party 1, Social Democratic and Labour Party 1.