Speeches by Burton-Sampson.

“In light of what you have just said, do you think there is a case for a larger women’s health leadership team, for example, a team of leaders on a regional basis or women’s health specialities? Is that single women’s health ambassador role really too big for one person?”

“Perhaps, Sue, if you could focus a little more on what those measurable outcomes look like.”

“Would anyone like to address how those concerns could be addressed longer term? Clearly, as you said, it is not a big concern at the moment, but it could become one. What measures could be put in place to prevent it from becoming a concern? Petra, perhaps you could answer.”

“I am finding this fascinating; it is an area I know very little about, so thank you all for your contributions. To continue the topic of eggs from abroad, Nicky, is there sufficient oversight to ensure that eggs imported from abroad are ethically sourced? What are the risks of importing and exporting donor eggs?”

“It is a pleasure to serve under your chairship, Sir Jeremy. I thank my hon. Friend the Member for Leeds Central and Headingley (Alex Sobel) for securing the debate but, most importantly, for his significant commitment to the people of Ukraine and everything he does. It is great to see Members across the House continuin…”

“That is really useful. The reason I was asking, and my concern, is the data we have seen suggests that it is the most deprived demographics that have a higher percentage that are likely to donate eggs. That seems like quite an intensive procedure, and you are right. If someone is short of money, should I be concerned t…”

“I have one final question. I am just trying to understand something for myself. We have heard about the demographics of people likely to donate and about compensation—which we are not calling payment. Can the witnesses explain the time commitment to being an egg donor? Maybe Timothy or Giulia could explain the actual p…”

“Like many Members across the House, I am on the armed forces parliamentary scheme, and I get to meet some incredible people through training, including people who are serving. They are totally committed and ready to serve this country when they may need to. Does my hon. Friend agree that this provision for decent housi…”

“That is really helpful. Dame Lesley, do you think there are any particular reasons why women are still being made to endure significant pain, despite clear guidance against it? Are there workplace pressures or is it simple medical misogyny, for example? Do we need greater accountability for healthcare professionals con…”

“Sue, what was discussed and what actions were taken forward as a result of the NHS England stakeholder meeting on women’s chronic and procedural pain held last November, and when are we likely to see any progress?”

“Do you know when we could expect to be given an exact date? Do you know the timeframe for putting the timeframe in place?”

“What is actually going to happen.”

“One final question for both of you, relating to this whole topic of potential discrimination. Do we need some tougher actions to tackle unacceptable racist assumptions in this particular area?”

“It is lovely to see you both here again, and thank you for coming in. I am going to talk about pain, unfortunately. Why is the message not getting across to all healthcare professionals that severe pain is not normal or acceptable in relation to procedures such as laparoscopies or coil fittings?”

“Dame Lesley, in your last response you touched briefly on some experiences of black women. I have met some who have given me horrendous stories of the way they have been treated in terms of their expected level of pain tolerance during certain procedures, especially women-specific procedures. How prevalent do you think…”

“The fact that a pressure group was set up to lobby on this issue, and I have had groups come to meet me, says that this is quite a big problem.”

“In my constituency, over 300 people have contacted me about this issue—100 just this year. I have also been aware of my own dog’s trauma over fireworks. However, there is another issue. What the hon. Gentleman is saying about reducing the decibel limit is the right way to go, but there is also the issue of safety. I wi…”

“Looking at the wider funding picture, a lot of funding traditionally came from local government, but I know now you also get funding from grant applications. I know OnSide work with local organisations as well to try to get funding. How is the picture looking for that at the moment, in terms of getting funding from oth…”

“That is really helpful; thank you very much.”

“Yes—the interesting topic of money. Lucy, can you outline the reduction of funding to youth services that you have seen since 2010 in the UK? Most importantly, what impact has that had on young people and community cohesion more widely? Could you focus on whether any particular groups have been more affected?”