Debate contribution: Spinal Muscular Atrophy

Debate contribution by Mr Philip McGuigan on 9 February 2026.

MLA: Mr Philip McGuigan
Party at the time: Sinn Féin
Date: 9 February 2026
Type: Debate contribution
Business: Oral Answers to Questions
Heading: Spinal Muscular Atrophy
Assembly identifier: Official Report component 5369319

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I accept the Minister's response. I am led to believe that it is a particularly inexpensive addition to the screening process. He outlined the fact that there is a pilot taking place in Scotland. There is also a screening programme in the South. I ask the Minister to consider evidence from the South when he looks at this issue in fullness.

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This follow-up belongs to: Oral question AQO 3057/22-27.

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