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John Denham has been representing Southampton Itchen in Parliament since 1992.
He is currently Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government.
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Labour recognises the important contributions that nurses make to the NHS. The areas outlined in the campaign are included in the Labour Government’s current policy. I will address each point in turn. Standing up for staff that speak out - NHS trusts are expected by the Government to have policies in place that encourage feedback from staff and pre-empt the...
more...Labour is aware that some older people receive less intensive treatment than younger people even when they are fit enough to receive it. Labour wants to ensure that all people benefit from the best possible cancer services. As part of the programme to improve cancer services and outcomes, the Government has established the National Cancer Equality Initiative (NCEI). Through this...
more...Safeguarding children is Labour’s top priority. The reforms that have been put in place in response to Lord Laming’s recommendations in 2003 have significantly strengthened the framework for safeguarding children. In local areas across the country there is a great deal of good work being done to help keep children safe. Lord Laming prepared an independent report of progress being...
more...As you are aware the original Bill introduced in the House of Lords has undergone a number of significant amendments which gives substantial reassurances on these issues. The Bill, as presented for Third Reading in the House of Commons on 7 April has removed clauses concerning direction of regional news providers, extending copyright licensing the use of orphan works and...
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