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Q1
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The question stems from a significant report that provides recommendations for improving services for young people. The MP seeks clarity on the government's commitment to implement these findings.
What steps she is taking with Cabinet colleagues to implement the recommendations of the Cass review?
The Cass review is a robust report backed by clinicians and firmly grounded in evidence. The Government and NHS England will be implementing Dr Cass's recommendations in full, so that children and young people get the safe, holistic care and support they need.
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Q2
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Following the initial question, the MP seeks further assurance that all findings of the Cass report will be implemented without delay despite calls for pause from some vested interest groups.
Will the Minister restate the Government's commitment to ensuring that all the review's findings are implemented? Does the Minister also reject calls from various vested interest groups to pause implementation?
As I said in my original answer, the Government are absolutely committed to implementing all of Dr Cass's evidence-based review in full.
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Q3
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The MP expresses gratitude for the government's response and asks about the extent of discussions with devolved governments to ensure uniformity in the implementation of the Cass recommendations.
Will she confirm that she is having robust conversations with devolved Governments about its implementation across the United Kingdom?
The Secretary of State has met the leaders of all the devolved Administrations to discuss our intention to work with them very closely across all issues that come under our sphere, including the Cass recommendations.
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Q4
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The MP thanks the Minister and expresses concern over potential delays in implementing protections for children with gender identity issues due to opposition from vested interest groups.
Will the Minister confirm that the British Medical Association's original position that the Cass review contained unsubstantiated recommendations will not delay that protection being put in place for vulnerable children?
I cannot reiterate any more strongly than I have that this Government are absolutely committed to implementing the Cass review's evidence-based recommendations in full.
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