One of Parliament’s main role is to examine the work of the government through questioning ministers, debating and committee work. Also to make new laws and make changes to existing legislation.
In order to reduce inequalities, it is vital that deaf people are empowered with the knowledge of how Parliament works and how they can lobby for important issues that affect the deaf community.
terptree has a strong and active working relationship with the Community Outreach and Engagement Team, who exist to support groups in the community to lobby for these issues, sharing relevant information and making recommendations of how to take campaigns forward.
They take up individual’s concerns and take people through different avenues of taking these matters through Parliament. Whether that be through their local MP, the House of Lords, or an e-petition.
This is with the aim of creating a Westminster debate, where government ministers consider the issue. The issue could also be passed to a Select Committee which focuses on particular areas. Once reviewed, they share feedback and expertise with Westminster discussions.