Campaign Responses

I would like to assure you that the work of university staff, and the higher education sector is greatly appreciated by the Government, particularly during the recent challenging times.

I can assure you that HM Government is committed to promoting the protection and respect of human rights in business, both at home and abroad.

Tax credits are only available for people between the age of sixteen and the State Pension age. However, Pension Credit is a similar payment for people over the State Pension age.

Childhood obesity is one of the biggest health problems this nation faces, with one in every three children in England leaving primary school overweight or living with obesity.

I completely agree with you about the importance of providing access to active and sustainable travel in new housing developments. 

I absolutely understand the concerns and anguish of patients who suffer with epilepsy and are seeking treatments to ease their symptoms, and their families.

The UK has long led the way on animal welfare. Ministers are building on our world-leading standards with ambitious reforms, as outlined in the Action Plan for Animal Welfare. 

I believe it is imperative that children have regular healthy and balanced meals throughout the day to ensure they are able to thrive in the classroom.

As you rightly point out, family and friends play a vital role in caring for children who are unable to live with their parents. Quite understandably, most children benefit from living with someone they already know and trust, rather than a stranger.