Thank you for contacting me about voyeurism and breastfeeding.
Every woman has the right to privacy and dignity when breastfeeding their child and the Government is unwavering in its support for this. It is deeply concerning to learn of cases in which this right has been not been respected by members of the public.
While I am unaware of any plans to change the Voyeurism Act, I welcome the Police Crime Sentencing and Court Bill which will provide a complete justice overhaul to make our communities safer and better equip our police. The Bill seeks to give the police new powers and tools to protect the public while also investing hundreds of millions to deliver faster justice and further support victims of crime. More broadly, I welcome that the Equality Act 2010 outlaws discrimination against any woman because she is breastfeeding. This applies to anyone providing services, benefits, facilities and premises to the public, public bodies, and further and higher education bodies.
I have ensured that my ministerial colleagues are aware of your concerns about this, and I will follow this issue closely for any developments in Parliament.
Thank you again for writing to me.
