The safety and security of patient data must remain at the front and centre of any NHS system. Public confidence depends on strong safeguards, clear rules, and proper oversight.
I understand the strength of feeling on the use of animals in medical and scientific research, and the concern raised by recent footage circulating in the media.
I supported the proposal to raise the minimum age for access to social media platforms to 16, along with stronger measures to protect children online. I am disappointed that the House of Commons did not support these changes when they were put forward.
The Animal Welfare Committee has considered evidence and raised concerns about high concentration CO₂ use in the slaughter of pigs, alongside potential alternatives.