People with Down Syndrome 2022-03-30
2022-03-30
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Q1
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Down Syndrome Bill introduced to tackle inequalities and ensure services meet unique needs.
What steps the Government are taking to help ensure equality and freedom from discrimination for people with Down Syndrome.
The Government supports the Down Syndrome Bill introduced by my right hon. Friend to tackle inequalities and ensure services meet unique needs of people with Down syndrome.
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No specific steps or commitments were provided beyond supporting a bill.
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Q2
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Down Syndrome Bill passed through Parliament, need to ensure voices of people with Down syndrome are heard.
Will the Government commit to consulting people living with Down syndrome and other disabilities during development of guidance?
Absolutely. People with Down syndrome, their advocates, will be involved in each phase of the guidance development. There will be a national call for evidence and formal consultation on gov.uk.
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Minister to coordinate with DCMS counterpart to promote talented Down syndrome actors on TV.
What steps is the Minister taking in co-ordination with her counterpart in the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport to ensure that programmes such as “Call the Midwife” are not one-offs?
The passage of the Down Syndrome Bill has given a platform to many people with the condition. I am sure that the hon. Gentleman greatly enjoyed meeting actors, models and many other people with Down syndrome who showed how much they can achieve during recent parliamentary events.
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Specific steps for promoting appearance of Down syndrome actors on television were not addressed.
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Constituent struggling with energy bills and bipolar disorder after misdiagnosis, highlighting need for government action on mental health.
Where is the Government's plan to help millions of people like my constituent who are struggling with mental health issues due to the cost of living crisis?
We have a plan involving investment in mental health, catch-up programme, and a mental health strategy focusing on people with bipolar disorder.
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