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On Tuesday 4 December 2012, the Health Select Committee, of which Valerie is a member, heard evidence from Sir Michael Rawlins and Sir Andrew Dillon, the Chair and the Chief Executive respectively of the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence.

Valerie said:

On 3 December 2012 Valerie co hosted an event with Gareth Johnson MP Chair of the APPG on Infertility to introduce the work of the Human Fertilisation & Embryology Authority (HFEA) in Westminster.

Valerie said:

“As a member of the Health Select Committee I felt it was important to highlight the work of the HFEA in Parliament. As the body responsible for the regulation of fertility treatment in the UK, the organisation plays a crucial role in informing the public and providing support for families with children conceived through IVF.”

“The event was an opportunity to hear from scientific leaders about the pioneering research the HFEA undertakes. This included a discussion on the ongoing public consultation into mitochondrial replacement aimed at finding new ways to tackle genetic health problems.”

“The event also offered a chance to hear from a wide range of individuals working within the HFEA.”

“I would like to thank Peter Thompson, Chief Executive of HFEA, Professor Lisa Jardine, Chair of HFEA and the staff of HFEA for their involvement in the event.”

The picture shows (left to right) Peter Thompson, Kelvin Hopkins MP, Valerie Vaz MP, Professor Lisa Jardine & Gareth Johnson MP.

On Thursday 22 November Valerie spoke in favour of the motion to teach Life-saving skills in school in a House of Commons Backbench Business debate.