Campaign Responses

Children and Smartphone Usage

A large body of research has linked the amount of ‘screen time’ such as watching television, playing computer games, and using smartphone apps with negative outcomes for children of all ages.

Water Pollution from Farming

I would like to assure you that the Government is committed to the environment. Farming activities are a main source of water pollution in the UK and the Government is working with farmers to reduce pollution and encourage better practices and reforms.

Support Available to Pharmacists

I would like to acknowledge the valuable and skilled work undertaken by pharmacists throughout the country every day. Community pharmacies do much more than simply dispense medicine - they play a vital role in our communities, offering advice and care. 

Plastic Pollution

The Resources and Waste Strategy for England sets out the Government’s plans to reduce, reuse, and recycle more plastic and Ministers have committed to work towards all plastic packaging on the market being recyclable or reusable by 2025.

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.

Child Trust Funds (Disabled Children)

Thank you for contacting me about accessing Child Trust Funds (CTF) accounts belonging to young adults with learning disabilities or lacking decision-making capacity around their finances. 

Live Music Venues

Live music venues contribute significantly to our community by bringing people together and celebrating the music of people from all backgrounds and ages. Furthermore, they create jobs and help strengthen local economies. 

Catapults

I am aware that under the provisions in the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981, The Wild Mammals (Protection) Act 1996 and Animal Welfare Act 2006, there are a range of offences around injuring and inflicting unnecessary suffering on wildlife and in the event that a member of the public believes t

Caged Farm Animals

I would like to assure you that my ministerial colleagues and I take the welfare of all animals seriously.

Waiting Times for Cancer Treatment and Care

I share your urgency that we reduce the backlog of cancer care that built up during the pandemic.  During the pandemic, the country’s endeavour was used to tackle the virus and the Government is committed to applying this same spirit to tackling cancer. 

The Big Plastic Count

The Resources and Waste Strategy for England sets out the Government’s plans to reduce, reuse, and recycle more plastic and Ministers have committed to work towards all plastic packaging on the market being recyclable or reusable by 2025.