“…One of my constituents has been a kinship carer for three children for nine years. She is also a foster carer for her grandson. She reports that because of his legal status, it has been easier for her to access the support she needs for him than for the three children she cares for as a kinship carer. Does my hon.”
Record by topic
- Learning disability & autism144th of 90527.0
- Mental health198th of 89018.0
- NHS waiting lists105th of 54312.0
- Women's health & gynaecology46th of 2129.0
- Heart disease & stroke44th of 4079.0
- Dentistry access42nd of 1979.0
- Palliative & end of life care140th of 5409.0
- Public health & prevention187th of 7009.0
- Cancer247th of 6416.0
- Unpaid carers99th of 2966.0
- Assisted dying124th of 3926.0
- Health inequalities83rd of 2996.0
- Respiratory (asthma/COPD)49th of 1463.0
- Children's health58th of 1653.0
- Elderly care & frailty77th of 2493.0
- GP access95th of 2473.0
Also active on heart disease & stroke
What they’ve said
“…That, sadly, was the case for my mother. That sepsis is the second biggest killer after cardiovascular disease is evidence of why awareness is so important. The earlier sepsis is recognised and appropriate help sought, the better the chance of preventing a devastating outcome.”
Sepsis Awareness Month · 2026-09-15 · Read on Hansard ↗
“…Let me conclude with the words of the friend I spoke of, whose child was failed by our mental health service: “My daughter had a history of serious mental health problems from the age of 13. Aged 22 she went to university and quickly realised she needed more support to manage the change.”
Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill · 2026-09-11 · Read on Hansard ↗
“…As the friend to a mother whose child was failed time and again by the inadequacy of our mental health service, whose child by some miracle survived the swallowing of razor blades, anorexia, overdoses and self-harm, I know that access to every form of support was not there for them.”
Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill · 2026-09-11 · Read on Hansard ↗
“…Liam Burns, Carlisle golf club members have raised a whopping £54,000 for Prostate Cancer UK in their Big Golf Race. Liam himself is atop of the individual leaderboard, and the club has raised £20,000 more than the second-placed club.”
Business of the House · 2026-09-03 · Read on Hansard ↗
“…Rebike Cumbria, which refurbishes bikes, helping people on low incomes to enjoy the physical and mental health benefits of cycling. The company also provides jobs, training and volunteering opportunities in my community. Illegal e-bikes also raise fire risks.”
Sir David Amess Summer Adjournment · 2026-07-16 · Read on Hansard ↗
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Related media coverage
Recent UK press coverage of their topics — not necessarily quoting them directly.
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- Hotter summers, hidden harmsCentre for Mental Health