Neonatal Leave and Pay

One in seven babies born in the UK receives some level of neonatal care. While many will return home with their families after just a few days, every year around 50,000 have to spend more than a week in neonatal care. I believe society has a duty of care for parents with a child in this situation.

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Peter Dowd
No New Oil or Gas

I believe the Government’s plan to double down on fossil fuels with new exploration in the North Sea is the wrong answer to the fossil fuel crisis we face.

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Peter Dowd
Unequal Access to IVF

Sexual orientation should not be a barrier to accessing fertility treatment on the NHS. I urge the Government to set out a timeline for when the Women’s Health Strategy commitments will be implemented and end unequal access to IVF treatment for LGBT+ people.

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Peter Dowd