17/07/2026

The Primary Care Cancer Site Group is continuing its efforts to strengthen collaboration between primary and secondary care services, with the aim of ensuring that cancer patients receive equitable, high-quality care regardless of where they live.

Clinical lead Elaine Hampton and newly appointed co-lead Gemma Eccles say that the Cancer Site Group recognises the vital role that primary care teams play in the diagnosis, support and ongoing management of people affected by cancer. By bringing together healthcare professionals from across Wales, the group provides a forum to discuss cancer-related issues impacting primary care and to identify opportunities for service improvement.

Its activities include collaboration with the third sector, including Macmillan and Cancer Research UK communities of practice and the Wales-wide delivery of education and training for primary care professionals.

The group also works to influence and support innovation in cancer care within primary care settings.

As part of its ongoing development, the group is encouraging greater involvement from nursing staff and AHPs, recognising the valuable contribution these disciplines make to patient care and the wider cancer pathway.

Elaine and Gemma said that expanding multidisciplinary participation would help strengthen collaboration, share expertise and further improve outcomes and experiences for patients living with cancer across Wales.

Elaine and Gemma have thanked former Primary Care Cancer Site Group lead Ruth Corbally. Ruth was instrumental in the development of the primary care CSG and her commitment to the group has meant that the group has been able to progress and have impact. Ruth will continue to be an active and involved member of the CSG. The team are grateful to her for her continued energy and enthusiasm in tackling cancer care in Wales.