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Public Health

Proceeding contribution from Tim Farron (Liberal Democrat) in the House of Commons on Wednesday, 4 November 2020. It occurred during Debates on delegated legislation on Public Health.

The right hon. and learned Gentleman is making some very important points. Does he accept that, for churches and other faith communities, although the buildings themselves may not be sacred, what goes on within them is? We have noticed over the last few months the importance of verbal and non-verbal cues when people are gathered together, which allows them to help one another when they are mentally and emotionally struggling. While I understand the logic behind the closure of these places, it is potentially hugely damaging to people’s mental health and wellbeing. Does he agree that this needs to be reviewed at the soonest possible opportunity?

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Reference

683 c338 

Session

2019-21

Chamber / Committee

House of Commons chamber
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