Crohn's and Colitis Awareness Week

Early day motion 731, tabled 2 December 2021 by Amy Callaghan (Scottish National Party). Signed by 26 members.

That this House recognises Crohn’s and Colitis Awareness Week running from 1 to 7 December; understands Crohn’s & Colitis UK aim to raise awareness and reduce the stigma around these very serious and incurable conditions; notes that each day of Crohn’s Awareness Week a platform will be available for anyone living with Crohn’s and Colitis or supporting a loved one who does to share their story; understands the covid-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on research and treatment of the condition; encourages greater access to inflammatory bowel disease services to help treat the condition across the UK; wishes all those with Crohn’s and Colitis taking part in the awareness week the very best; and thanks Crohn’s and Colitis UK for their work to support people living with inflammatory bowel diseases.

Signatures by party: Scottish National Party 14, Labour 5, Plaid Cymru 3, DUP 1, Independent 1, Labour/Co-operative 1, Liberal Democrat 1.