Every parliamentary written question tabled by Adam Jogee this session, with the full answer and department. See how every department answers, or back to the MP page.
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Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what recent discussions he has had with members of the Legislative Assembly of the Falkland Islands.
I am in regular dialogue with members of the Falkland Islands Legislative Assembly (MLAs), and most recently held a video conference with MLAs and the Governor on 18 September. I have also met MLAs visiting the UK in person over recent months, and look fo...
Whether he plans to consult with (a) civil society and (b) the representatives of workers over (i) active and (ii) prospective free trade agreement negotiations.
Economic growth is the first mission of this government and Free Trade Agreements have an important role to play in achieving that, alongside other levers of trade policy. The Department for Business and Trade deeply values the views of civil society and ...
Whether she plans to bring forward a motion to allow the UK Youth Parliament to debate in the House of Commons Chamber.
The use of the Chamber by the UK Youth Parliament requires the agreement of the House of Commons. I would be happy to bring forward a motion to facilitate this in due course.
Innovation and Technology, what steps he is taking to ensure universities receive an adequate level of research funding.
University research is funded by UKRI through the dual support approach which balances strategic institutional research funding allocated by Research England with grant funding awarded by Research Councils for individuals and programmes within Higher Educ...
Innovation and Technology, what steps his Department is taking to introduce 10-year funding settlements for research institutions.
The Government has committed to setting ten-year budgets for certain R&D activities, where long-term investment will better support the ability to form partnerships with industry, build and develop skills and talent, and foster international collabora...
What assessment his Department has made of the potential impact of a screening programme for prostate cancer on patient outcomes.
Screening for prostate cancer is currently not recommended by the UK National Screening Committees (UK NSC). This is because of the inaccuracy of the current best test, the Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA). A PSA-based screening programme could harm men, a...
What steps his Department is taking to include provisions on workers' rights in the negotiation of free trade agreements.
The UK will continue to work internationally to strengthen workers’ rights and enhance labour standards globally. The Government will protect our labour standards in new trade agreements. The UK has chapters on labour in FTAs with Australia and New Zealan...
Whether he plans to return money the Government (a) has received and (b) will receive from the Mineworkers' Pension Scheme to mineworkers in (i) Newcastle-under-Lyme constituency and (ii) Sta
Pursuant to my answer to PQ UIN 5215 of 18 September 2024, our Manifesto committed to reviewing the surplus sharing arrangements and transferring the Investment Reserve back to scheme members. We are committed to ending the injustice of the Mineworkers' P...
What discussions he has had with the haulage industry in Northern Ireland about barriers to trade between Northern Ireland and Great Britain
I and the Minister for the Cabinet Office engage regularly with representatives from a wide range of industries involved in the movement of goods from Great Britain to Northern Ireland. On Monday 29 July, the Minister for the Cabinet Office met with repre...
Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what discussions he has had with his counterparts in the Middle East on the situation in Lebanon.
The Foreign Secretary spoke to Lebanese Prime Minister Mikati on 28 September, expressing deep concern over rising tensions and civilian casualties in Lebanon. They discussed the need for a negotiated solution to restore stability and security across the ...
Whether he plans to take steps to ensure Parliament has greater oversight of the UK’s trade negotiations.
The Government is committed to supporting parliamentary scrutiny of the UK’s trade agreements, balancing the need for robust scrutiny with the need to ensure we can negotiate effectively in the UK’s best interests. The Department for Business and Trade is...
When his Department plans to publish a trade strategy.
We intend to publish the Trade Strategy in the Spring.The Trade Strategy will focus on the ways that trade is changing and how the UK can take a forward-facing approach to drive economic growth. It will be consistent with the Government’s Industrial Strat...
If she will meet the hon. Member for Newcastle-under-Lyme to discuss the adequacy of the (a) bus network and (b) existing transport infrastructure in Madeley.
The Government is committed to delivering better buses for passengers throughout England, and I would be happy to meet to discuss local bus services in Newcastle-under-Lyme.
What assessment his Department has made of the impact on patient outcomes in (a)Newcastle-under-Lyme, (b) Staffordshire and (c) England of introducing a screening programme for prostate cancer.
Screening for prostate cancer is currently not recommended by the UK National Screening Committees (UK NSC). This is because of the inaccuracy of the current best test, the Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA). A PSA-based screening programme could harm men, a...
When the Prime Minister plans to hold the first meeting of the Council of Nations and Regions.
The first meeting of the Council of Nations and Regions took place on Friday 11 September, convening regional Mayors from across England and the First Ministers of Scotland and Wales and the First and deputy First Minister of Northern Ireland. This first ...
Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what assessment he has made of the implications for (a) his policies and (b) the Commonwealth of the change in political leadership in Gabon on 30 August 2024.
The UK has reassessed its relationship with Gabon following the coup in August 2023. The UK condemns military takeovers and, alongside other Commonwealth member states, welcomed the decision to partially suspend Gabon from the Commonwealth. However, we re...
Commonwealth and Development Affairs, how many UK citizens were in Lebanon on 1 October 2024.
As of 7 October, 2100 British nationals have registered their presence in Lebanon. Any remaining British nationals who want to leave are urged to register their presence immediately. Based on our contacts so far, we anticipate that only a fraction of thos...
Food and Rural Affairs, pursuant to the Answer of 30 July 2024 to Question 1094 on Air Pollution, whether he has made an assessment of the potential merits of a national public awareness campaign on the healt
We recognise the importance of raising awareness of air pollution and associated health impacts. In addition to our commitment to deliver a new Clean Air Strategy, we are undertaking a review of how we communicate air quality information to ensure members...
Commonwealth and Development Affairs, which candidate to be the next Secretary-General of the Commonwealth the UK will support.
The decision on appointing the Commonwealth Secretary-General remains a matter for all members by consensus. The UK looks forward to working with the next Commonwealth Secretary-General.
Commonwealth and Development Affairs, when he plans to appoint an Ambassador to the United States.
The appointment of the next HMA Washington has not been decided. An appointment will be made in due course.