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Coronavirus and Maternity Services

I am sure you will be pleased to hear that hospitals have followed Government advice that they can relax restrictions on partners or family members attending maternity appointments.

Hen Harriers

All wild birds are protected under the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 and there are strong penalties in place for offences committed against birds of prey and other wildlife, with most wildlife crimes carrying up to an unlimited fine and/or a six-month custodial sentence.

Coronavirus and Dementia

I understand how important this issue is and how challenging it must be for families caring for loved ones during this difficult time as both of my grandmothers had dementia and needed care before they passed away.
 

Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe and Anoosheh Ashoori

I want to reassure you that the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office continues to work hard to assist British nationals detained in Iran. However I appreciate this is incredibly difficult and my thoughts are with Nazanin and Anoosheh, and their families. 

Support for Medical Research Charities

Heart and circulatory disease, also known as cardiovascular disease (CVD), causes a quarter of all deaths in the UK and is the largest cause of premature mortality in deprived areas. This is the single biggest area where the NHS can save lives over the next 10 years.

Protecting the River Ems

Gillian is working with local councillors, Cllr. Mike Magill, and Cllr. Roy Briscoe, from WSCC and CDC respectively, as well as, the community to reduce the rate of water abstraction from the River Ems, that runs through her constituency.

Abortion

I completely understand what an incredibly emotive issue this is, and I appreciate the strength of feeling on both sides.

Human Rights in Bahrain

I share your concerns and depth of feeling on this issue. Human rights and democracy are fundamental to the values the UK champions on the world stage. That is why I am glad Bahrain is a human rights priority country for the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO).