Following the announcement yesterday, that the Hospice Debate was to be rearranged in Parliament, Sir Robert Buckland MP has issued the following statement:
“Ever since first becoming a Member of Parliament here in South Swindon back in 2010, I have worked very closely with the dedicated team at the Prospect Hospice.
“Since 1980, Prospect Hospice has been working hard to provide an excellent dedicated end-of-life care service for people here in South Swindon and beyond, providing a broad range of services to thousands of patients, carers, and family members every year.
“I regularly visit Prospect Hospice to meet with the team, as well as promoting the work of the Hospice in Parliament, and I have also enjoyed taking part in many fundraising events on behalf of the charity over the years.
“I am very keen to speak in the planned Hospice Debate in Parliament, in strong support of this excellent local charity’s work, so I was disappointed when the debate was withdrawn yesterday, due to insufficient time. However, it is vital that this very important debate is given the time that it rightly needs and deserves.
“I will be watching closely for the new Hospice Debate date to be announced, and I still very much hope to be able to take part, on behalf of the many local residents who have contacted me about this issue, as well as the wonderful team at the Prospect Hospice.”
