All articles written by Angela Crawley MP on PoliticsHome.com

21 Sep 2023 Social affairs

Although I am leaving Parliament, I hope the fight for paid miscarriage leave lives on

As we return for this Parliament’s final session, and many colleagues gear up for the general election next year, the change in political weather is palpable. I recently announced my intention to stand down as an MP at the next election – not an easy decision after more than a decade working in politics, but certainly the right one.

11 Feb 2021 Health

For Women and Girls in Science Day, we are calling on the Government to ensure the gender gap is closed

Women have played a critical role in tackling the Coronavirus pandemic yet have borne the brunt of it – particularly women researchers and scientists who have helped in the different stages of creating vaccines.

08 Mar 2020 Home affairs

The most progressive international treaty for women's rights remains unratified by the UK

The UK signed the Istanbul Convention on 8 June 2012, yet four Parliaments and three Prime Ministers later, the Government continues to stall on ratification and therefore is not legally bound by its provisions, writes Angela Crawley MP.

21 Jan 2019 Health

Our benefits system is failing those with mental health needs

For people with mental health difficulties, the benefits system can be a devastating process. The government must no longer ignore their needs, writes Angela Crawley

19 Jun 2018 Communities

Government must reconsider 'ill-designed' changes to Support for Mortgage Interest

Changes to Support for Mortgage Interest (SMI) are causing extreme stress to already vulnerable individuals, penalising homeowners for changes to their circumstances that are beyond their control, says Angela Crawley MP.