People’s basic rights are at risk in Hungary. We must defend the fundamental principles of Europe

The European Union is nothing if it is not based on the strong, shared values which make us European – values such as democracy, solidarity, respect for our fundamental rights, and the rule of law.

That is why any country …

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The next step in stopping cervical cancer

We have achieved a great deal in fighting cervical cancer over recent years. I am proud to have been a long-time campaigner for comprehensive screening programmes and vaccinations against the HPV virus which can lead to cervical cancer, and I …

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A welcome end to the lifetime ban on gay blood donations

I was really pleased to hear that finally the unfair lifetime ban on gay and bisexual men from donating blood would be lifted in the UK .

New rules will be based on science rather than prejudice.  Instead of a …

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