Campaign Responses

Every day, I receive dozens of campaign emails from constituents concerned about a huge variety of national issues. While individual constituency enquiries will be answered by email or letter, due to the vast increase in the volume of campaign emails now being generated, I can no longer guarantee replying to these individually and am therefore posting my responses on this section of my website.

Fireworks

Thank you for contacting me regarding the impacts of public firework displays. I recognise that the majority of those who use fireworks do so in a responsible and safe manner.

Epilepsy

I understand that every person’s experience with epilepsy is unique, and with over 32,000 people in Wales having the condition, it is vital that the proper accommodations are made and public misconceptions and knowledge gaps are tackled.In Wales, England and Scotland, the Equalities Act means that i

Dementia

Thank you for writing to me concerning dementia.Dementia is Britain’s biggest killer, with more people dying of the condition in Wales and England than any other cause.

Gaza

Thank you for contacting me about the conflict in the Middle East. The events which have unfolded in the Middle East since 7 October have been unbearable to witness, and we all want to see an end to the conflict.

funding of local services

Thank you for writing to me concerning the funding of local services. As you will be aware, these matters are devolved here in Wales, and therefore the funding of Councils is the responsibility of the Welsh Government.

Ovarian Cancer Champion

Thank you for writing to me concerning ovarian cancer and for inviting me to become an Ovarian Cancer Champion.I am currently already a Ovarian Cancer ChampionAs was highlighted by the Senedd’s Health and Social Care Committee’s report: ‘Unheard: Women’s journey through gynaecological cancer’, the s

blood cancer

Thank you for writing to me concerning blood cancer.I fully sympathise with those affected by blood cancer in all its forms and recognise the profound impact such conditions have on the lives of individuals and their loved ones.The action plan set out by Blood Cancer UK is welcome and highlights the

Planning Policy Wales

Thank you for contacting me regarding Plaid’s motion to update Planning Policy Wales. My Welsh Conservative colleagues and I will be supporting Plaid’s debate motion on Wednesday 12th June which asks the Welsh Government to update Planning Policy Wales paragraph 5.7.9 to remove the existing caveat

Factory chicken farming.

Thank you for writing to me concerning factory chicken farming.   I am aware of the legal challenge that was brought forward by River Action concerning pollution in the River Wye.   I would like to assure you that my Welsh Conservative colleagues and I take issues of animal welfare and

Endometriosis Action Month

Thank you for writing to me concerning Endometriosis Action Month.   My Welsh Conservative colleagues and I share your deep concern for the poor provision of care for endometriosis here in Wales.   Endometriosis is a complex disease that can vary in symptoms for different people, makin

Access to public toilets

Thank you for contacting me regarding the lack of provision of, and access to, public toilets. I completely agree with you about the importance of ensuring that everyone has access to appropriate toilet facilities. Public toilets are a key part of public health.

Criminalisation of homelessness

Thank you for contacting me regarding the criminalisation of homelessness. Homelessness is a big issue facing many people from all walks of life. There is a firm commitment across the UK Government to end rough sleeping once and for all.