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HANSARDSEND: High-quality School PlacesI am sure my hon. Friend the Minister for School Standards will be happy to meet the hon. Lady to discuss those particular cases. We are investing more in support for local…19 Jan 2026HANSARDInvestment in High-needs PlacesA great school experience is one that is academically challenging, rich in opportunity and built on strong relationships. That requires an inclusive school system in every part of…15 Dec 2025HANSARD“Break Down Barriers to Opportunity” MissionBackground should never be a barrier to getting on. That is why we are expanding Best Start family hubs, rolling out free breakfast clubs, expanding childcare and delivering on…10 Dec 2025HANSARDTransgender People: Safe SpacesIt is important that everyone, including trans people, can access services that meet their needs, and I take that seriously. We are absolutely committed to upholding the…10 Dec 2025HANSARD“Break Down Barriers to Opportunity” MissionI am grateful to my hon. Friend, who has long campaigned on these issues. The central driving mission of this Labour Government is to ensure that background is no barrier to…10 Dec 2025HANSARD“Break Down Barriers to Opportunity” MissionThe hon. Lady raises an important issue, and we are doing lots of work across Government to make sure we have better outcomes for care-experienced young people, who are sadly more…10 Dec 2025HANSARD“Break Down Barriers to Opportunity” MissionI have long campaigned for and supported women’s rights when it comes to the ability of women to meet together to discuss the issues that matter to them, and also to have safe…10 Dec 2025HANSARDTransgender People: Safe SpacesI am deeply sorry to hear about my hon. Friend’s constituents. On the wider issue she raises, it is of course vital that everyone, including trans people, can live free from…10 Dec 2025HANSARDTransgender People: Safe SpacesI have said many times in this House, I welcome the clarity of the Supreme Court ruling, and providers should follow it. The EHRC has given me a draft code of practice. We are…10 Dec 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsThis Government are reinforcing our commitment to championing the rights of disabled people. This month we celebrate Disability History Month, and we marked the International Day…10 Dec 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsI do recognise that challenge. That is why in developing our violence against women and girls strategy we heard from victims in rural areas to understand what more is needed to…10 Dec 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsI do agree. It takes enormous courage to come forward, as women in rural communities often experience additional barriers. I commend my hon. Friend for his fundraising efforts. We…10 Dec 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsNo one should face racist abuse or violence in any workplace, and that includes the NHS. As we have also seen with the Sandie Peggie case, coming to decisions on these cases in a…10 Dec 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsWe are implementing all the recommendations of the Cass review. Those included establishing a clinical trial, through the PATHWAYS—Puberty Suppression and Transitional Healthcare…10 Dec 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsI am happy to discuss that further with my hon. Friend. We are committed to reviewing childcare support and making sure that it is accessible and simple for families. PhD students…10 Dec 2025HANSARDChild Poverty StrategyYes, I give my hon. Friend that commitment. In paying tribute to the amazing people who volunteer in our food banks, community groups, churches and community organisations right…08 Dec 2025HANSARDChild Poverty StrategyYes. We know that a stay in temporary accommodation is linked to worse outcomes for children’s health, education and futures. We will introduce a temporary accommodation…08 Dec 2025HANSARDChild Poverty StrategyYes, we will address the short-term challenges we face, but we will also address the long-term structural challenges that have led us into the situation where so many children see…08 Dec 2025HANSARDChild Poverty StrategyI pay tribute to my hon. Friend for all the work that she did in the Department for Education and for all that she continues to do to champion the life chances of children in her…08 Dec 2025HANSARDChild Poverty StrategyI have long campaigned on child poverty, and I have led this taskforce together with the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions and with the former Secretary of State, my right…08 Dec 2025