Campaign Responses

Graham receives many campaign emails from residents concerned about national issues. They are similar in content and so he publishes his responses on this website so you can see his position on each of them. You may also like to take a look at the relevant Government department’s website, where there is far more information on the many issues raised. You can find them here: https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations

Graham aims to have his response to a new campaign up on the website within a week of receiving the first one.

If you are a resident and cannot see Graham’s reply to a campaign email you sent over a week ago, please let him know by writing to [email protected].

Please click on the relevant link below to view Graham’s response.

Animal Welfare (Livestock Exports) Bill

Thank you for contacting me about live animal exports. The UK has some of the highest animal welfare standards in the world which the Government continues to strengthen further. My ministerial colleagues and I recognise that long journey times for slaughter and fattening pose welfare risks includi

Early Medical Abortions

Thank you for contacting me about the provision of early medical abortion.  I completely understand that this can be an incredibly emotive issue, and can fully appreciate the strength of your feelings on this matter.

Voter ID

Thank you for contacting me about identification at polling stations.  A secure electoral system is vital to a healthy democracy, and the public must have confidence that our elections are secure and fit for the 21st century.

International Health Regulations

Thank you for contacting me about the proposed changes to the International Health Regulations. The International Health Regulations (2005) (IHR) are a key part of the global health security system to prevent, protect against, control and provide a public health response to the international spread

Data Protection

Thank you for contacting me about data protection.  Now that the UK has left the EU, there is opportunity to simplify the clunky parts of our data protection laws and create a world class data rights framework that will allow us to realise the benefits of data use while maintaining high d

Support for Pensioners

Thank you for contacting me about Government support for pensioners. The Government is fully committed to enabling older people to live with the dignity and respect they deserve. I welcome that in April, the State Pension was increased by 10.1 per cent, in line with inflation.

Animal Welfare including Cage Reforms

Thank you for contacting me about animal welfare. The Government is firmly committed to the UK’s strong track record on animal welfare and to delivering continued improvements, both in this Parliament and beyond. I understand that the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra)

Dementia and NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)

Thank you for contacting me about dementia and NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC). I know that the Government wants every care user to receive health and social care at the right time and in the right place, which is appropriately joined-up and funded, especially for those with complex and nursing car

Dementia Diagnosis

Thank you for contacting me about research into and treatment for dementia. An estimated one million people will be living with dementia by 2025, so research is crucial to understanding the condition and improving outcomes for those affected.

School Funding

Thank you for contacting me about education funding. I can assure you that I am absolutely determined that children around the country should receive a high-quality education. I note the concerns raised by the School Cuts campaign. I hope that the Government’s delivery of record investment in