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HANSARDCountess of Chester Hospital InquiryMy hon. Friend raises an extremely important point. That is why in 2022 the guidance around the national freedom to speak up policy was strengthened —I mentioned the appointment…04 Sept 2023HANSARDCountess of Chester Hospital InquiryAs I have said, significant action has been taken over those 10 years to strengthen transparency, action taken on data and the ability of freedom to speak up guardians to ensure…04 Sept 2023HANSARDCountess of Chester Hospital InquiryI am happy to commit that the inquiry findings will be shared with the Administrations across Great Britain and Northern Ireland. It is important that the lessons are learned. It…04 Sept 2023HANSARDCountess of Chester Hospital InquiryWith permission, Mr Speaker, I would like to make a statement on the inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the crimes of Lucy Letby. On 18 August, as the whole House is…04 Sept 2023HANSARDCountess of Chester Hospital InquiryIt will not surprise the hon. Gentleman that a central concern of the families when I met them was the extent to which they felt fobbed off when concerns were raised and the…04 Sept 2023HANSARDCountess of Chester Hospital InquiryTo provide some reassurance to my hon. Friend, the Public Interest Disclosure Act 1998 was strengthened in 2018. Obviously, that is post the appalling events covered today, but…04 Sept 2023HANSARDCountess of Chester Hospital InquiryGiven the gravity—the seriousness—of the cases before the House, this issue is something that all Ministers are very seized of, but I will of course relay the right hon.…04 Sept 2023HANSARDHealth and Social CareThe whole House will be hugely saddened to learn of the passing of Elliott, especially at such a tender age. The hon. Lady is right to highlight the importance of speedy…20 Jul 2023HANSARDHealth and Social CareThe whole House will be hugely saddened to learn of the passing of Elliott, especially at such a tender age. The hon. Lady is right to highlight the importance of speedy…20 Jul 2023HANSARDDoctors' and Dentists' RemunerationThe 51st report of the Review Body on Doctors’ and Dentists’ Remuneration (DDRB), the 45th report of the Review Body on Senior Salaries (SSRB), and the 36th report of the NHS Pay…13 Jul 2023HANSARDHealth and Social CareIt is characteristically astute of my hon. Friend to zero in on the tie-in, which is an important part of the long-term workforce plan. Around two thirds of dentists do not go…12 Jul 2023HANSARDHealth and Social CareIt is characteristically astute of my hon. Friend to zero in on the tie-in, which is an important part of the long-term workforce plan. Around one third of dentists do not do NHS…12 Jul 2023HANSARDHealth and Social CareI am pleased to see those services going into Scunthorpe. That underscores the investment we are making now while preparing for the long term, through the largest ever expansion…12 Jul 2023HANSARDHealth and Social CareI am pleased to see those services going into Scunthorpe. That underscores the investment we are making now while preparing for the long term, through the largest ever expansion…12 Jul 2023HANSARDElective Care Waiting TimesWe recognise the challenges from the pandemic, and that is why we are boosting capacity, particularly through our community diagnostic centres. The additional capacity has already…11 Jul 2023HANSARDElective Care Waiting TimesThe elective recovery plan sets out clear steps to eliminate long waits, and that is supported by £8 billion of revenue funding and £5.9 billion in capital over three years.11 Jul 2023HANSARDElective Care Waiting TimesOn the last bit of the question, the average waits in Wales are 20.4 weeks as of April, and in England they are 13.8 weeks, which is the exact opposite of the point the hon. Lady…11 Jul 2023HANSARDNHS Dentists: North ShropshireWe recognise that we need to do more. That is why we are making NHS dentistry more attractive by creating more bands of units of dental activity, having a minimum UDA value, and…11 Jul 2023HANSARDVaping: Young PeopleAs I say, we have already taken action. We took measures in April, and the Prime Minister announced further measures in May. We are keen to follow the evidence. That is why we…11 Jul 2023HANSARDVaping: Young PeopleAs a former Health Minister, my hon. Friend is well aware of the risks posed by vaping. As the chief medical officer has said, “If you smoke, vaping is much safer; if you don’t…11 Jul 2023