Emma Lewell

Emma Lewell

Labour — South Shields

Speaking in the House of Commons on 22 October 2026

Debate

Independent Safeguarding System

Contribution

It is now over three years since Professor Alexis Jay’s recommendations for a fully independent safeguarding system in the Church. I understand that the legislation to enact that is not due until 2028. Can my right hon. Friend say what can be done to accelerate that process, as any system that lacks full independence is not one that can claim it is adequately meeting its safeguarding requirements?

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