Jen Craft

Jen Craft

Labour — Thurrock

Speaking in the House of Commons on 6 January 2026

Debate

Therapeutic Play and Children’s Healthcare

Contribution

Recently, my daughter had an in-patient stay, and I saw a Starlight notice on the door of the playroom. Having met Starlight, it gave me quite a lot of confidence. In fact, thanks to the play therapist, the most traumatic thing about my daughter’s visit was when she had to leave, as she had such a good time. That was in an inner-city hospital; we also have a regional hospital that does not have the same resources. Can the Minister say how play therapy can be rolled out across the country so that every child can benefit?

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