Hate crime, in all its forms, goes directly against the basic values our society is based on and it is unacceptable that anyone should live in fear of intimidation or violence. We must stand up for diversity and face down discrimination wherever we see it.
The measures in the Coronavirus Act are temporary, and proportionate to the threat we face. The Act completed its stages in the House of Commons with the support of Opposition parties and without a division being called.
Sexual Harassment of women and girls, including in public places, is totally unacceptable. No one should be forced to change the way they live to avoid harassment and abuse.
2021 is a vital year for the ocean. Through our COP26 and G7 Presidencies, the UK will showcase global leadership in tackling key pressures facing the ocean, using its influence to advocate for greater action and global collaboration.
Thank you for contacting me about accommodation of people seeking asylum in the UK. I know that the Government takes the welfare of people in Home Office care extremely seriously and is fulfilling its statutory duties to ensure decent, safe and humane conditions.
05/02/2021- I share your concern about those with learning disabilities, but I believe that, at least for the initial round of prioritisations, the vaccine must be given to those who are most at risk from Covid-19.