Sentencing Bill

Debate between Jake Richards and Helen Grant
Report stage
Wednesday 29th October 2025

(4 days, 19 hours ago)

Commons Chamber
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Jake Richards Portrait Jake Richards
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We have identified a problem, but it would be wholly irresponsible to legislate when we have not had the opportunity to ensure that public services can complete the task. The hon. Member criticises us for not taking action on this issue now, but what about the last 14 years? What about the recommendations of the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse, which reported in November 2022? The last Government did absolutely nothing on those recommendations.

Helen Grant Portrait Helen Grant
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I hear what the Minister has to say. Will he bring forward a Government amendment to introduce a child cruelty register when the Bill moves to the House of Lords?

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