2 Jun 2026·Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government·Answered
AskedCommunities and Local Government, if he will make it his Department’s policy to take steps to strengthen planning regulations so that local authorities must take greater consideration of local architectural chara
ReplyExemplary development should be the norm not the exception so that more communities feel the benefits of new development and welcome it. As we act to boost housing supply, we are also taking steps to improve the design and quality of the homes and neighbo...
2 Jun 2026·Department for Transport·Answered
AskedWhat steps she has taken to work with relevant authorities in addressing crime at British airports.
ReplyAddressing crime at UK airports is a matter for local policing. The Department for Transport works closely with police and a range of other security authorities at airports to ensure effective aviation security measures are in place. These ensure that the...
2 Jun 2026·Department for Transport·Answered
AskedWhat steps she has taken to work with Transport for London to complete the Gallows Corner flyover.
ReplyThe government have been very supportive of Gallows Corner scheme and provided the GLA with £54.3 million. However, the delivery of this scheme is a matter entirely for the GLA and TfL.
2 Jun 2026·Department for Transport·Answered
AskedWhat steps she has taken to work with local authorities to reduce traffic congestion on the A12.
ReplyThe Government is working closely with local authorities in Greater London to support efforts to reduce traffic congestion. We have provided significant funding to support improvements to the capital’s road network. For example, we have provided £54.3 mil...
2 Jun 2026·Department of Health and Social Care·Answered
AskedWhat assessment he has made of the proposals for a complete reconfiguration of the Queen’s emergency department from the Barking, Havering, and Redbridge University Hospitals Trust.
ReplyThe Department has not made a specific assessment of the proposed improvements to Queen’s Hospital emergency department, as it is being progressed by the Barking, Havering, and Redbridge University Hospitals Trust.
2 Jun 2026·Department of Health and Social Care·Answered
AskedWhat steps he has taken to improve Accident and Emergency preparedness for extreme weather conditions in a) England and b) Romford constituency.
ReplyAt Queen’s Hospital Emergency Department in Romford, staff work proactively to ensure readiness for increased patient numbers during periods of extreme temperatures with real-time monitoring of the impact on services. Staff are supported in looking after ...
1 Jun 2026·Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office·Answered
AskedCommonwealth and Development Affairs, what recent discussions she has had with international partners on the detention and enforced disappearance of Christians in areas of Yemen under Houthi control since Decembe
ReplyWe are deeply concerned about the situation facing Christian communities in Yemen, particularly in areas under Houthi control, where reports indicate that minorities cannot practise their faith freely, and routinely face harassment and discrimination.We r...
1 Jun 2026·Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office·Answered
AskedCommonwealth and Development Affairs, what her policy is on civilian habitation of the outer atolls of the British Indian Ocean Territory.
ReplyI refer the Rt Hon Member to the statement I made to the House on 13 April and the answers I provided to questions raised in response.
20 May 2026·Department for Business and Trade·Answered
AskedWhat recent assessment he has made of the potential effect of regulatory alignment with the EU on the UK’s ability to negotiate trade agreements with third countries.
ReplyThe UK is committed to its obligations under our existing trade agreements. It is not unusual for countries to have different trade agreements, including deeper regulatory relationships, with their nearest neighbours. Negotiations with the EU remain ongoi...
20 May 2026·Cabinet Office·Answered
AskedWhat recent discussions he has had with EU counterparts on regulatory alignment in the context of UK–EU relations.
ReplyThis government remains committed to reducing barriers to trade and cutting red-tape with our largest trading partner. There are clear areas where closer alignment with the EU can benefit UK businesses and growth, as demonstrated by our negotiations on a ...
20 May 2026·Ministry of Defence·Answered
AskedWhat the armed forces' current operational posture is for protecting merchant shipping in the Middle East and adjacent sea lanes; and what role Royal Navy frigates are undertaking within that posture.
ReplyThe Government keeps deployments and force posture under constant review. I cannot comment further for reasons of operational security. Securing maritime trade in the Middle East, particularly in the Strait of Hormuz requires a combined international effo...
20 May 2026·Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs·Answered
AskedFood and Rural Affairs, whether UK standards on pesticides and animal welfare could diverge from EU rules under the proposed SPS framework.
ReplyThe Government is currently negotiating a Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) Agreement to make agrifood trade with our biggest market cheaper and easier, cutting costs and regulatory barriers for British producers and retailers. Under the UK‑EU Common Under...
20 May 2026·Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs·Answered
AskedFood and Rural Affairs, what recent consultations he has undertaken with the farming sector on UK-EU Sanitary and Phytosanitary negotiations.
ReplyThis Government is currently negotiating a Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) Agreement to make agrifood trade with its biggest market cheaper and easier, cutting costs and removing trade barriers for British producers and retailers. This Government held a ...
20 May 2026·Ministry of Defence·Answered
AskedIf he will release a non-classified summary of Royal Navy tasking, deployments and readiness measures relevant to the protection of merchant shipping and UK economic interests.
ReplyDetails of current and future tasking, specific deployments and readiness measures are not routinely disclosed where doing so could prejudice operational security or the safety of our personnel. Where it is possible to do so without compromising security,...
20 May 2026·Cabinet Office·Answered
AskedWhat recent assessment he has made of the potential impact of dynamic alignment with the EU on UK commercial competitiveness.
ReplyThe government has made a sovereign choice to align with EU rules where it is in our national interest, while sticking to the red lines set out in our manifesto. We will continue to take a pragmatic approach that will reduce barriers to trade with the EU ...
20 May 2026·Cabinet Office·Answered
AskedWhether it is his policy to seek dynamic alignment with EU rules in future agreements.
ReplyThis government remains committed to reducing barriers to trade and cutting red-tape with our largest trading partner. There are clear areas where closer alignment with the EU can benefit UK businesses and growth, as demonstrated by our negotiations on a ...
20 May 2026·Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs·Answered
AskedFood and Rural Affairs, if she will take steps to ensure that the UK will retain the right to set its own agricultural regulations.
ReplyThis Government is currently negotiating the Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) Agreement with the EU to make agrifood trade with our biggest market cheaper and easier, cutting costs and removing trade barriers for British producers and retailers. This Gove...
20 May 2026·Ministry of Defence·Answered
AskedWhat co-ordination is taking place with (a) NATO allies and (b) international partners to secure maritime trade routes in the Middle East and deter attacks on commercial shipping.
ReplyThe Government keeps deployments and force posture under constant review. I cannot comment further for reasons of operational security. Securing maritime trade in the Middle East, particularly in the Strait of Hormuz requires a combined international effo...
20 May 2026·Cabinet Office·Answered
AskedWhat assessment he has made of the compatibility of dynamic alignment mechanisms with the European Union with the principle of parliamentary sovereignty.
ReplyThe government has made a sovereign choice to align with EU rules where it is in our national interest, while sticking to the red lines set out in our manifesto. The new agreements on food and drink, emissions trading and electricity will reduce barriers ...
20 May 2026·Cabinet Office·Answered
AskedWhat assessment he has made of the potential implications of dynamic alignment for parliamentary scrutiny of EU law.
ReplyThe government has made a sovereign choice to align with EU rules where it is in our national interest, while sticking to the red lines set out in our manifesto. The new agreements on food and drink, emissions trading and electricity will reduce barriers ...