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 ...
20 May 2026·Department for Energy Security and Net Zero·Answered
AskedWhat steps he is taking to mitigate potential domestic price shocks arising from disruption to international oil and gas shipments.
ReplyWe have taken decisive steps to protect consumers and businesses from fuel price shocks, but the only way to protect ourselves from these price spikes is to get off the rollercoaster of the fossil fuel markets. We are supporting drivers through extension ...
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 implications of dynamic regulatory alignment with the EU for UK 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 ...
18 May 2026·Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office·Answered
AskedCommonwealth and Development Affairs, with reference to the Written Statement of 29 April 2026 on Syria, HCWS1552, what recent discussions her Department has had with the Syrian Government, the Syrian Democratic
ReplyI refer the Hon Member to the answer provided in the House of Lords on 12 February in response to Question HL13863. In my meeting with President Al Sharaa and Foreign Minister Al Shaibani on 31 March, I pressed UK concerns on human rights and securing jus...
18 May 2026·Scotland Office·Answered
AskedWhat steps he has taken work with the Scottish Government in support of the North Sea oil industry.
ReplyOil and gas will be part of our energy mix for decades to come. The UK Government is working closely with the Scottish Government to support the North Sea energy sector, focusing on safeguarding the skills of the workforce and driving investment in the re...
18 May 2026·Department for Transport·Answered
AskedWhat steps he has taken to improve the safety of publicly accessible a) e-bicycles and b) e-scooters.
ReplyThe rules concerning the use of e-bikes are set out in the Electrically Assisted Pedal Cycle Regulations 1983.The Government has committed to pursuing legislative reform for micromobility vehicles, which will include e-scooters, when Parliamentary time al...
18 May 2026·Department for Transport·Answered
AskedWhether his department intends to introduce further regulation of a) e-bicycles and b) e-scooters.
ReplyThe rules concerning the use of e-bikes are set out in the Electrically Assisted Pedal Cycle Regulations 1983.The Government has committed to pursuing legislative reform for micromobility vehicles, which will include e-scooters, when Parliamentary time al...
18 May 2026·Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office·Answered
AskedCommonwealth and Development Affairs, whether the Prime Minister has recently raised Taiwan’s security with the President of the United States.
ReplyUK ministers and officials discuss a wide range of issues with their US counterparts on a regular basis.The UK continues to believe that the Taiwan issue should be settled peacefully by the people on both sides of the Taiwan Strait through constructive di...
18 May 2026·Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office·Answered
AskedCommonwealth and Development Affairs, what discussions she had with her US counterparts on the potential impact of arms sales to Taiwan on that country's security and autonomy prior to the recent US-China summit.
ReplyUK ministers and officials discuss a wide range of issues with their US counterparts on a regular basis.The UK continues to believe that the Taiwan issue should be settled peacefully by the people on both sides of the Taiwan Strait through constructive di...
18 May 2026·Home Office·Answered
AskedWhat representations she has made to the European Commission and the Government of France on the implementation of the EU Entry-Exit System checks at ports during the May half-term holiday period.
ReplyThe Entry/Exit System (EES) is an EU scheme, and its implementation, including the use of flexibilities permitted by the relevant legislation on biometric collection, is a matter for the European Commission and participating EU member states.The UK govern...
18 May 2026·Department for Transport·Answered
AskedWhether her Department has made contingency plans with the aviation industry for a shortage of aviation fuel.
ReplyThe Secretary of State for Transport and departmental officials have engaged regularly with the aviation sector, including through fortnightly industry roundtables and bilateral discussions, to understand the potential impacts of disruption to jet fuel su...
18 May 2026·Department of Health and Social Care·Answered
AskedWhat steps he has taken to support the a) research into b) treatment of developmental language disorder.
ReplyThe Department of Health and Social Care funds research through the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR), which supports clinical, public health, social care and global health research in partnership with the National Health Service, aca...
18 May 2026·Department of Health and Social Care·Answered
AskedWhat steps he has taken to ensure the safety of residents in a) residential and b) nursing care homes.
ReplyAny form of abuse or neglect is unacceptable, and the safety of residents in residential and nursing care homes is of the utmost importance.Statutory guidance under the Care Act 2014 makes clear that local authorities must ensure the adult social care ser...
18 May 2026·Department of Health and Social Care·Answered
AskedWhat steps he has taken to support a) residential and b) nursing care homes.
ReplyWe are making additional funding available for adult social care to support the sector in making improvements. Local authorities can use this additional funding for a range of investments including increasing the fee rates they pay to providers of adult s...
18 May 2026·Department for Business and Trade·Answered
AskedWhat steps he has taken to prevent small to medium sized businesses ceasing to trade.
ReplyThe government is committed to supporting all small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) through the Small Business Plan - the most comprehensive support package in a generation. The plan features the most significant legislative reforms in 25 years to tac...
18 May 2026·Treasury·Answered
AskedWhat steps she has taken to support growth in the North Sea oil industry.
ReplyThe government recognises the economic importance of the North Sea. Oil and gas production has played, and will continue to play, a role in the UK’s energy mix as we move to a lower carbon economy.Our North Sea Future Plan, published alongside the Budget,...
18 May 2026·Department for Transport·Answered
AskedWhat assessment she has made of the potential impact on juxtaposed ports and Kent traffic flows should flexible and proportionate implementation of the EU Entry-Exit System not be applied during the May half-te
ReplyThe implementation of the EU’s Entry-Exit System at the juxtaposed portals is the responsibility of the French government and the UK government has worked closely with the border authorities to understand their rollout plans and resourcing.The Department ...
18 May 2026·Ministry of Defence·Answered
AskedWhat steps he is taking with allies to support deterrence and security in the Taiwan Strait.
ReplyOver one third of global maritime trade passes through the South China Sea. Consequently, all countries have a clear interest in peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait. The UK's position is consistent: that any cross-Strait issues must be settled peacef...
18 May 2026·Home Office·Answered
AskedWhether she has sought any derogation, exemption or alternative implementation arrangement in respect of EU Entry-Exit System checks at UK juxtaposed ports in order to maintain the efficient flow of t
ReplyThe Entry/Exit System (EES) is an EU scheme, and its implementation, including the use of flexibilities permitted by the relevant legislation on biometric collection, is a matter for the European Commission and participating EU member states.The UK govern...