Written Question · S3W-34579 · Session 3
Whether it has met or has plans to meet the Multiple Sclerosis Society Scotland or other interested parties to discuss further research on …
The question
To ask the Scottish Executive whether it has met or has plans to meet the Multiple Sclerosis Society Scotland or other interested parties to discuss further research on possible links between chronic cerebrospinal venous insufficiency (CCSVI) and multiple sclerosis (MS).
The answer
The Chief Scientist Office (CSO) within the Scottish Government Health Directorates has responsibility for encouraging and supporting research into health and health care needs in Scotland. CSO has not met nor has any plans to meet the Multiple Sclerosis Society Scotland or any other interested parties to discuss specifically further research on possible links between chronic cerebrospinal venous insufficiency (CCSVI) and multiple sclerosis. CSO would, however, welcome research proposals for research in this area which would be subject to the usual peer and committee review.
In the Official Report
No contribution in the Official Report cites S3W-34579 by reference.