NHS England (Alternative Treatment) Bill

This bill would require NHS England to provide or fund access to alternative treatments (such as homeopathy, acupuncture, and herbal medicine) alongside conventional medicine. It aims to expand patient choice by mandating that NHS services evaluate and potentially integrate complementary therapies into standard care pathways. The bill would establish criteria for which alternative treatments qualify for NHS funding based on patient demand and perceived benefit. This represents a significant shift in NHS policy, as many alternative treatments currently receive limited or no NHS funding due to insufficient clinical evidence.