Debates between Kemi Badenoch and Jane Stevenson during the 2019-2024 Parliament

Public Health England Review: Covid-19 Disparities

Debate between Kemi Badenoch and Jane Stevenson
Thursday 4th June 2020

(4 years, 5 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Lindsay Hoyle Portrait Mr Speaker
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Lloyd Russell-Moyle—not here, so I call Jane Stevenson.

Jane Stevenson Portrait Jane Stevenson (Wolverhampton North East) (Con)
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I am a very proud Wulfrunian and I am proud that many of my fellow Wulfrunians have roots all over the world. Does the Minister agree that people are now concerned about this report, and that we need to keep pushing hand-washing and social distancing? Does she also agree that it is up to Members in this place to set an example to the BAME communities?

Kemi Badenoch Portrait Kemi Badenoch
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My hon. Friend is absolutely right and raises a very important point. People do look to this House to set an example across the country, and those of us in this House must not just demonstrate that we agree with the guidance, but show that we are following the rules as well.