Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Lisa Nandy and David Williams

Thursday 16th October 2025 Commons Chamber

[Lisa Nandy]

I absolutely recognise the point about fairness and safety, and I have had representations and conversations with many women athletes and competitors since taking office. Of course we want to be as inclusive as possible in the approach that we take, but we recognise that fairness and safety really matter, and we have been supporting the sporting bodies in dealing with that. It is a matter for them, but we stand ready to support.

In relation to the issues that the hon. Member raised about gambling, we believe that the gambling industry is an important part of the UK economy. We know that it brings joy to millions of people. Of course, future proposals on taxation are matters for the Treasury, but I can reassure him that we regularly engage with the Treasury to ensure not just that the voice of stakeholders is heard, but that we avoid any unintended consequences of tax reform.

[David Williams (Stoke-on-Trent North) (Lab)]

10. What steps she is taking to ensure that local authorities fulfil their statutory duties in the delivery of youth services.