Brian Leishman
Alloa and Grangemouth
LabourOverall, across health & social care this Parliament
Get a doctor in here!
Ranks 503rd of 1273 MPs and peers who have spoken on health or care this Parliament — top 39%. 12 contributions since 2024-09-11.
Record by topic
- Palliative & end of life care180th of 5739.0
- Cancer176th of 6139.0
- Dementia28th of 2459.0
- Mental health470th of 8696.0
- Health inequalities72nd of 2776.0
- Heart disease & stroke170th of 3873.0
- Unpaid carers157th of 2773.0
- NHS waiting lists311th of 5303.0
What they’ve said
“Increasing the uptake of bowel cancer screening improves rates of early diagnosis and saves lives, but about a third of people eligible for a FIT test—a faecal immunochemical test—do not complete one. That figure rises in the most deprived areas of Scotland, where up to half of people are not completing the test.”
Topical Questions · 2026-04-14 · Read on Hansard ↗
“…She is a force for getting palliative care the funding that it truly needs. Laura and Keith Turner and their daughter Kate are at the heart of the community spirit that makes Sauchie such a special place.”
Palliative Care · 2026-03-05 · Read on Hansard ↗
“…There are also lots of other positive mental health activities in various musical groups, all of which are fantastic. The Sauchie resource centre is always busy. Love in a Box was founded by two ladies from Alloa: Sharon McCafferty and Margaret Douglas.”
Small Charity Sector · 2026-03-03 · Read on Hansard ↗
“…The meetings support people living with dementia and some who are experiencing loneliness and social isolation. It is an example of great camaraderie, friendship and community spirit.…”
Business of the House · 2026-01-08 · Read on Hansard ↗