Sarah Champion, Labour MP for Rotherham, has launched blistering criticism of the Home Secretary’s' inadequate response to the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse (IICSA) final report in Parliament today.
Seven months after the report found damning evidence that there is a “national epidemic” of abuse on a “deeply disturbing” scale in England and Wales, the Government has today published its mandatory response.
Read MoreSarah Champion, Labour MP for Rotherham, will urge the Government to go further with the Victims and Prisoners Bill, which has its second reading in the House of Commons today.
Commenting Sarah said:
“I've been campaigning for victims’ rights since my election 10 years ago. The criminal justice system has been hollowed out by the Conservative government and it's my constituents who are suffering the consequences.’
Read MoreSarah Champion, Member of Parliament for Rotherham, has condemned the Conservative Government for failing to support people in Rotherham in the face of the cost-of-living crisis.
Read More“The decision not to proceed with new smart motorway schemes is a welcome one. I have worked for years in Parliament to highlight the risks of these deadly roads and I am delighted that no new all lane running roads will be constructed.’
Read MoreSarah Champion MP has pledged to do all that she can to ensure that the Government delivers for NHS services in Rotherham.
Following the conclusion of a Rotherham-wide survey on the NHS, Sarah has written to leaders of Rotherham health authorities to share the survey’s findings.
Read MoreSarah Champion MP is looking for someone who is passionate about politics and making positive change. You will help run campaigns, create a social media strategy and design graphics for social media posts. The role will involve media monitoring, research, providing briefings, and general admin support. You should have strong interpersonal skills and be confident meeting visitors and attending meetings where needed.
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