Sarah Champion MP Calls for Greater Powers to Tackle Industrial Cannabis Production in Rotherham

Sarah Champion, Member of Parliament for Rotherham, has urged the Government to explore new powers to allow authorities to better disrupt industrial cannabis production.

Sarah has campaigned extensively to shut down illegal cannabis factories which have become increasingly prevalent in recent years. Sarah has now called for the Government to consider strengthening warrant powers to allow searches of properties operated by problem landlords, increased powers to enforce Emergency Prohibition Orders and the creation of a national register of landlords.

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Sarah Champion MP Statement on Restructuring of Liberty Steel

“Until we can scrutinise the details of the restructure at the various Liberty South Yorkshire plants, it is difficult to be anything other than nervous.’

‘My thoughts are with the workers and their families at this hugely stressful time. I know they have done all they can over the last decade to accommodate the changing global market, ownership and government priorities. Now is not the time for Liberty to repay that loyalty by cutting highly skilled workers from a strategic industry that we need more than ever.’

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Statement from Sarah Champion MP on Misconduct Proceedings Against Former South Yorkshire Police Officer

“Today is an incredibly disappointing day for victims and survivors of child sexual exploitation in Rotherham. The proceedings painted a deeply disturbing picture of South Yorkshire Police’s approach to CSE throughout this period. Sadly, it is one that will be all too familiar to survivors, whistleblowers and all those who have fought to expose the appalling failure to protect children in Rotherham.’

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Sarah Champion MP is amongst 100 of the most inspirational and influential Women in Westminster - 2022

The House Magazine’s annual celebration of the most inspirational and influential women in Westminster was back for a third year on 7 March 2022, the day before International Women’s Day. Women in Westminster: The 100 celebrates the outstanding accomplishments of women in public life by recognising those who have achieved excellence in the world of Westminster, with the aim of inspiring the next generation of young women to get involved.

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