Biography
Sullivan has engaged on health and social care topics primarily through debate speeches, raising issues including cancer fundraising, women's health inequalities, mental health support for children, NHS waiting lists for neurodevelopmental services, and dentistry access across the UK and Scotland. Her contributions reflect consistent advocacy for vulnerable groups, including discussion of mental health impacts on women and children, and calls for greater coordination between Westminster and devolved governments on healthcare provision. Notable moments include questioning the Prime Minister on child mental health waiting lists and NHS dentist shortages in her constituency.
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“…It was founded in 2012 in loving memory of John Paterson, who died from cancer at the age of 47. Tomorrow, 15 hikers will set off on the 96-mile West Highland Way, as part of community fundraising that has raised more than £250,000 since it started.”
Record by topic
- Mental health123rd of 88027.0
- NHS waiting lists72nd of 53415.0
- Health inequalities28th of 28812.0
- Cancer365th of 6223.0
- Diabetes68th of 1903.0
- Dementia108th of 2513.0
- Dentistry access100th of 1943.0
What they’ve said
“…Will the Leader of the House make time for a debate on women’s health inequalities across the UK and the need to centre women’s voices in their care?…”
Business of the House · 2026-06-11 · Read on Hansard ↗
“…s of under-investment and the loss of major employers have left Whitburn and Blackburn facing deep economic and health inequalities, weakened high streets and people generally feeling left behind, yet the strength of local organisations and businesses shows great ambition for renewal.”
Pride in Place: Regeneration · 2026-04-15 · Read on Hansard ↗
“My hon. Friend is making a very powerful point. Does she agree that the impact on women’s mental health is rarely spoken about? Women feel ignored and dismissed, but they are living in constant pain and the anticipation of it, which just wears them down.”
Statutory Menstrual Leave · 2026-04-13 · Read on Hansard ↗
“…The Baton of Hope is, as we have heard, a powerful symbol in the national conversation about suicide prevention. I must give my personal, heartfelt thanks to Donna from Neil’s Hugs Foundation for working so hard to bring the baton to our home.”
Suicide Prevention · 2025-09-11 · Read on Hansard ↗
“I thank the hon. Member for securing this important debate. Does she agree that the injustices faced by people who were forced out of the armed forces because of their sexuality have had profound and long-lasting impacts on their mental health, financial wellbeing and career prospects? Those impacts endure today.”
LGBT Financial Recognition Scheme · 2025-07-09 · Read on Hansard ↗
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