Thank you for contacting me about education funding.
I can assure you that I am absolutely determined that children around the country should receive a high-quality education.
I note the concerns raised by the School Cuts campaign. I hope that the Government’s delivery of record investment in
Thank you for contacting me about research into and treatment for dementia.
An estimated one million people will be living with dementia by 2025, so research is crucial to understanding the condition and improving outcomes for those affected.
Thank you for contacting me about dementia and NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC).
I know that the Government wants every care user to receive health and social care at the right time and in the right place, which is appropriately joined-up and funded, especially for those with complex and nursing car
Thank you for contacting me about animal welfare.
The Government is firmly committed to the UK’s strong track record on animal welfare and to delivering continued improvements, both in this Parliament and beyond.
I understand that the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra)
Thank you for contacting me about the Emergency Energy Tariff Campaign.
I am aware of the impact that global energy price rises have had on consumers, and I welcome the action taken by the Government to support the most vulnerable.
To support consumers, the Government is maintaining the Ener
Thank you for contacting me about the Media Bill, and in particular the Government’s manifesto commitment to repeal Section 40 of the Crime and Courts Act 2013.
Freedom of the press is one of the pillars of our democracy, holding the powerful to account without fear nor favour; and a core prin
Thank you for contacting me about fireworks and the impact they have on animals.
My ministerial colleagues and I recognise that the majority of those who use fireworks do so in a responsible and safe manner.
Thank you for contacting me about trophy hunting.
I appreciate the strength of feeling around this issue. Around a million animal and plant species are threatened with extinction and the abundance, diversity and connectivity of species is declining faster than at any time in human history.
Thank you for contacting me about the recent protests over the Israel and Hamas conflict.
I am aware that the Government has provided advice to Chief Constables across the UK on how to support communities during the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas.
Thank you for contacting me about assisted suicide/assisted dying.
Coping with terminal illness is distressing and difficult both for the patient and their families.
Thank you for contacting me about the Animal Welfare (Kept Animals) Bill.
As the highest ranked G7 nation on World Animal Protection's Animal Protection Index, the UK is a world leader on animal welfare.
Thank you for contacting me about animal testing.
I understand that with regard to animal testing for cosmetics the Government has recognised the public concern around the testing on animals of chemicals used as ingredients in cosmetics. I welcome the fact that the G
Thank you for contacting me about ocean protection.
The UK is a global leader in protecting our seas, the ocean and marine life, working with counterparts both in the UK and overseas.
Almost 200 countries agreed a deal to protect nature at COP15 in December 2022, including a global
Thank you for contacting me about the regulation of vaping and e-cigarettes.
While e-cigarettes are not risk free, the Government supports the use of e-cigarettes as a means to stop adults smoking and contribute towards the goal of a smoke free England by 2030.
Some of t
Thank you for contacting me about pubs and beer.
I believe that pubs make an important contribution to our culture – fostering a sense of place and community – and the UK economy.
Thank you for contacting me about pet theft and cats.
I would like to assure you that I fully recognise that the theft of a much-loved pet can have a huge impact on both pets and families.