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Tuesday 25th March 2025

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Commons Chamber
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Stephen Kinnock Portrait Stephen Kinnock
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We are always looking for opportunities to unblock more capacity, and I would be happy to meet the right hon. Gentleman.

Tom Hayes Portrait Tom Hayes (Bournemouth East) (Lab)
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Coastal constituencies such as mine in Bournemouth East suffer significant health inequalities. What are the Government doing to address them, and will the Minister meet me and coastal Labour MPs to address the issue?

Ashley Dalton Portrait Ashley Dalton
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My hon. Friend is right: coastal communities face unique challenges when it comes to health inequalities. I will shortly attend the all-party group for coastal communities, where I will meet him and colleagues to discuss these issues.