Debates between Marsha De Cordova and Edward Argar during the 2017-2019 Parliament

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Debate between Marsha De Cordova and Edward Argar
Tuesday 9th July 2019

(4 years, 10 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Edward Argar Portrait Edward Argar
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The hon. and gallant Gentleman raises an important point. He is absolutely right that many veterans have specific needs, which are, for example, often met in the custodial estate by service charities that understand and can relate to those needs. He raises a sensible and interesting suggestion that I am happy to pick up with him after questions.

Marsha De Cordova Portrait Marsha De Cordova (Battersea) (Lab)
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13. What his Department’s policy is on law centres.

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Debate between Marsha De Cordova and Edward Argar
Tuesday 23rd April 2019

(5 years ago)

Commons Chamber
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I know that the hon. Lady speaks about this subject with passion and knowledge, and that she has championed a number of those who have suffered in the past. She has highlighted a very important point. As she will know, the Under-Secretary of State for Justice, my hon. and learned Friend the Member for South East Cambridgeshire (Lucy Frazer), and I—along with members of the judiciary and others—are looking closely into what can be done to ensure that the family courts themselves continue to ensure that the voices of victims of child sexual abuse are heard, and that they are responded to appropriately.

Marsha De Cordova Portrait Marsha De Cordova (Battersea) (Lab)
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T1.   If he will make a statement on his departmental responsibilities.