Virendra Sharma MP
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2013.04.29- Save Ealing Hospital March
On Saturday 27th April I marched from Southall Park to Ealing Common to save Ealing Hospital. The event was a huge success with thousands of people joining in the march to show their frustration and upset over government’s planned closure of the A&E services at Ealing Hospital. Joining me on the march were local MPs, Stephen Pound, Andy Slaughter, John McDonnell and Angie Bray....
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26.04.2013- Shreya Ghoshal in the House of Commons
On 26th April I had the privilege to meet Bollywood singer, Shreya Ghoshal when I presented her with an award for her services to Bollywood and music on behalf of the British Asian community. Shreya Ghoshal is best known as a playback singer in Hindi films. Her songs are recorded in a number of Indian languages such as Bengali and Nepali. Shreya Ghoshal has been recognised for her work in...
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26.04.2013 Women in Politics
On the 26th April I attended and was a guest speaker at an event regarding women in politics which was run by the Women’s federation, NAWO (National Alliance of Women’s Organisations) and the Orchid Project at the Houses of Parliament. National Alliance of Women's Organisations is an umbrella for over 100 organisations and individuals concerned with making equality between women and men a reality. NAWO acts as a bridge between...
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2013.04.10 Tribute to Margaret Thatcher
In the wake of Margaret’s passing on Monday, I would like to send my condolences to her children, Mark and Carol, and her family. Lady Thatcher was a one-of-a-kind figure in British politics; the first woman Prime Minister and a politician of great courage, conviction and strength. She commanded much respect at home and especially abroad as great stateswoman. She has also been a figure of controversy and as a councillor...
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2013.03.14 Debate on Accountability and Transparency in the NHS
On Thursday 14th March, I spoke at the debate on accountability and transparency in the NHS. I spoke about ensure that patients’ voices are heard and about protecting whistleblowers in our NHS. To make our health service the best it can possibly be we must have greater accountability and transparency in the system. You can find my speech below and the full speech here: http://www.publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm201213/cmhansrd/cm130314/debtext/130314-0002.htm#13031445000003 ‘Thank you Mr Speaker for allowing...
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2013.03.13 Debate on the British Sikh community
This morning I attended a debate in Westminster Hall celebrating the many contributions of the Sikh community in the UK. As a testimony to the recognition of the Sikh community’s great work in this country, the debate was oversubscribed and I was unfortunately unable to make my full speech. Here is the speech I was hoping to make this morning: ‘Mr Chairman, thank you for giving...
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11.03.2012 Gandhian Values and the Modern NHS
On Thursday 7th March I chaired an event in the House of Commons on ‘Ghandian Values and the Modern NHS – Celebrating Success, Challenging Distress’ The event was supported by The British Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (BAPIO), The British International Doctors Association (BIDA), The British Indian Psychiatric Association (BIPA), British Pakistani Doctors Forum and the Progressive Muslim Forum. The event featured a number of speakers discussing issues such...
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11.03.2013 Speaking up for better Healthcare
On Thursday 28th February I chaired the Westminster Health Forum Keynote Seminar – Clinical Commissioning Groups and local authorities: managing the transition from Primary Care Trusts’ at the Welcome Trust Lecture Hall, Royal Society. The seminar was attended by many key delegates speaking on different aspects of Primary Care Trusts. Dr. Judith Smith, Director of Policy, Nuffield Trust – spoke on the legacy of Primary Care Trusts. Helen Northall, Chief...
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11.03.2013 I support the Dalit Solidarity Network
On March 4th the Dalit Solidarity Network UK (DSNUK) held a protest, protesting the decision not to implement caste discrimination legislation, at Parliament Square. The protest was held as the Government decided not to activate the legislation to outlaw caste discrimination, and instead opted to introduce an educational programme to address caste discrimination in the UK. I wanted to attend the demonstration to show my support, but was unable to...
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04.03.2013 Launching report on Down syndrome
As Chair of the All Party Parliamentary Group on Down syndrome, I was delighted to support the launch and publication of the report ‘Down syndrome: good practice guidelines for education’. I am pleased to say the Minister for Children and Families, Edward Timpson attended this meeting, along with others from the APPG Education Working Group including experienced practitioners and trainers from mainstream and special education, head teachers, teachers, psychologists, speech...
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