Jess Asato

Jess Asato

Labour — Lowestoft

Speaking in the House of Commons on 27 January 2026

Debate

Women’s Safety: Walking, Wheeling, Cycling and Running

Contribution

I thank all Members who contributed and the Minister for her remarks and ongoing work on this issue, which forms a key part of the Government’s ambition to halve violence against women and girls. We all very much look forward to working with her to improve women’s safety in this area. I finish with this quote from the Belonging Forum: “When women feel unable to move freely in public spaces, this limits opportunities for connection, reinforces isolation and undermines a sense of belonging.” We must work to tackle that. Question put and agreed to. Resolved, That this House has considered women’s safety while walking, wheeling, cycling and running.

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