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Lord Kamall (Con)

Speaking in the House of Lords on 16 December 2025

Debate

Women’s Health Strategy

Contribution

My Lords, I thank my noble friend for this Question and pay tribute to her consistent championing of women’s health issues. I also thank her for discussing the particular concerns behind this Question with me. I am sorry to return to gynaecology, but the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists has raised concerns that cervical screening coverage remains well below NHS targets. Cancer Research says that low attendance is particularly evident in particular groups: the youngest as well as the oldest age group, and women from poor socioeconomic and ethnic minority backgrounds. Can the Minister update the House on how we can reach those women and encourage them to come forward for screening, particularly by working with local charities and community organisations that understand their communities far better?

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