The right hon. Gentleman is entirely right, and both sides of the House should celebrate that. It is in part the result of significant Government interventions to remove barriers and reform Criminal Record Bureau checks, and to invest in the opportunities to volunteer, not least the National Citizen Service. This is another milestone on that journey of removing barriers. Yes, volunteering is rising, but still, 20% of volunteers do 80% of the giving. There is so much potential to do more, but far too many people are put off by the risk of being sued, and this Bill aims to create a greater sense of reassurance on that fundamental point.
Social Action, Responsibility and Heroism Bill
Proceeding contribution from
Nick Hurd
(Conservative)
in the House of Commons on Monday, 21 July 2014.
It occurred during Debate on bills on Social Action, Responsibility and Heroism Bill.
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