These practices are another reason that we need a legal definition of honour based abuse, so these crimes can be recorded and investigated accurately, so we can support survivors, and so authorities get a true picture of the scale of the problem 2/2.

Virginity testing and hymenoplasty were made illegal in 2022. In @UKHouseofLords I asked the Government what steps they were taking to encourage reporting and build stronger evidence 1/2.@KNFMHBV

It was great to share a platform with Neisha, one of the members of @PlanUK’s Youth Advisory Panel. She did an excellent job sharing her perspective on the importance of reproductive rights for young people, and reminded us all that we need to hear their voices at the table 2/2.

Wrapping up the UK launch of @UNFPA's 2025 State of World Population report, I highlighted the importance of maintaining a clear focus on sexual and reproductive health and rights. When women have reproductive agency they help change the world for the better 1/2

More than one billion adolescent girls and women worldwide suffer from undernutrition. There are 150 million more women and girls who are hungrier than men and boys. Important nutrition exhibition in @UKParliament from @UnitedAMH @AAH_UK @ConcernUK @OneAcreFund @MSF_uk.#SDG2

Destructive bottom trawling is still permitted in 90% of UK Marine Protected Areas. In @UKHouseofLords I asked the Government when they will protect our precious seabeds 🐟. @OceanaUK @Bluemarinef.

I hope to see the UK. 1️⃣Announce a ban on the hugely damaging bottom trawling in Marine Protected Areas around the UK.2️⃣Set a clear (and quick!) timeline to ratify the Global Ocean Treaty .3️⃣Push for more global cooperation to tackle illegal, unreported & unregulated fishing 2/2.

Next week is the UN Ocean Conference where countries will come together to accelerate action to conserve and sustainably use the ocean. This is an important opportunity for the UK to reaffirm its leadership in global marine conservation & sustainable ocean governance #UNOC3 1/2.

RT @Number10cat: Please leave the fur wearing to the professionals.

3️⃣ The joint statement from over 60 organisations about the government’s proposal to eradicate standalone aid funding for gender equality👇.

2️⃣ @SarahChampionMP on why sexual and reproductive health and rights programmes are so transformational👇.

1️⃣ @BBCWomansHour with @HelenPankhurst on what can be done to prevent losing critical support for women and girls - 24 mins in👇.

With decisions being made about where the UK development spending cuts will fall, we need to see continued investment in programmes that specifically support women and girls. Here’s three explanations as to why this is important and how it can be achieved 🧵.

Thanks to the generosity of our supporters & donors, @PlanUK does critical work to promote children’s rights and keep girls safe, in school & protected in emergencies. I look forward to working with the team to help ensure that our work is as impactful & effective as possible 2/2.

I’m delighted to be joining Plan International UK as their new Chair of the Board of Trustees. @PlanUK's work towards a fairer world where every child can reach their full potential is more important than ever in these challenging times 1/2.

One billion adolescent girls and women worldwide are suffering from malnutrition because they typically eat last and least. On #WorldHungerDay I’ve joined @ValerieAmos and @lfeatherstone to call for an increased focus on maternal nutrition👇.

This latest research from @OceanaUK shows the scale of damage happening now in our Marine Protected Areas 🌊 . A ban on bottom trawling and dredging in all our marine protected areas is essential to restore and protect the UK’s marine ecosystems and safeguard coastal communities.

Pleased to join the re-launched All Party Parliamentary Group on Global Health & Security as Vice Chair, working towards Universal Health Coverage globally, for the benefit of us all.

The flags of British Overseas Territories & Crown Dependencies looking good in the sunshine in Parliament Square today, marking the significant contributions their citizens made. Thinking of the bravery and sacrifice of all those who secured the peace and freedom we enjoy today.

No one should die from malaria. Despite good progress, malaria remains a serious global health threat especially to young children and pregnant women in Africa. This #WorldMalariaDay, revitalised global efforts and equitable access to life-saving tools are needed to #EndMalaria