Every parliamentary written question tabled by Ben Obese-Jecty this session, with the full answer and department. See how every department answers, or back to the MP page.
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Pursuant to the answer of 8 June 2026 to question 4884 on Motor Vehicles: Secondhand Goods, by when does she assess the relevant legislation will be brought forward.
We have a long-standing commitment to publish a review of the ZEV Mandate by early 2027. Following that review, we will consider any legislative changes as appropriate, with a Cost Benefit Analysis prepared for any relevant legislation.
Pursuant to the answer of 8 June 2026 to question 4884 on Motor Vehicles: Secondhand Goods, by when she plans to consult further on the detailed regulatory approach for requirements post-2030.
We have a long-standing commitment to publish a review of the ZEV Mandate by early 2027. Following that review, we will consider any legislative changes as appropriate, with a Cost Benefit Analysis prepared for any relevant legislation.
Pursuant to the answer of 8 June 2026 to question 4884 on Motor Vehicles: Secondhand Goods, by when does she plan to start conducting a cost benefit analysis.
We have a long-standing commitment to publish a review of the ZEV Mandate by early 2027. Following that review, we will consider any legislative changes as appropriate, with a Cost Benefit Analysis prepared for any relevant legislation.
What assessment she has made of the potential impact of the current route of the A1 at Biggleswade and Sandy on the viability of the delivery of the proposed new town at Tempsford; and whether she has assessed
The Department recognises that some prospective new town and growth locations have particularly complex interfaces with the Strategic Road Network (SRN). National Highways is working closely with relevant partners to consider the impacts on the SRN of all...
What powers define the segregated airspace within which British Transport Police are permitted to fly drones beyond visual line-of-sight.
As Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) drone operations are not yet integrated with other airspace users, the Civil Aviation Authority imposes segregated airspace structures to manage safety risks of such operations.In certain circumstances, state operate...
Pursuant to the Answer of 2 June 2026 to Question 3445 on Electric Vehicles: Charging Points, what assessment she has made of the adequacy of the level of infrastructure to support potential demand for charging
The Huntingdon constituency will benefit from Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority’s £6.1m allocation through the Government’s Local EV Infrastructure Fund. LEVI allocated capital and resource funding to all highest tier LAs in England to en...
Pursuant to the Answer of 29 May 2026 to Question 3018 on Air Ambulance Services: EGNOS, whether her Department has commenced negotiations with the European Union to rejoin the EGNOS programme.
The department will undertake a review of the transport case and the practicalities of rejoining the European Geostationary Navigation Overlay System (EGNOS). This work will be carried out in 2026 with the aim of enabling a decision to be made by the end ...
Pursuant to the Answer of 29 May 2026 to Auestion 3018 on Air Ambulance Services: EGNOS, what is her Department's timetable for the completion of the review of the (a) case and (b) viability of rejoining the EG
The department will undertake a comprehensive review of the transport case and practicalities for rejoining the European Geostationary Navigation Overlay System (EGNOS). This work will be carried out in 2026 with the aim that a decision can be taken by th...
Pursuant to the Answer of 2 June 2026 to Question 3445 on Electric Vehicles: Charging Points, how many charge points will be in Huntingdon constituency.
As of 1 April 2026, there are at least 300 public charge points in Huntingdonshire. The Government expects most charge points to be delivered by the private sector, which has announced £6 billion of investment in charging infrastructure by 2030. The Hunti...
What assessment has she made of the potential impact on prices of second-hand petrol and diesel cars between now and the implementation of the ban on new petrol and diesel cars in 2030.
The Government’s consultation, on the reinstatement of the 2030 phase out of all new cars powered solely by internal combustion engines, has provided crucial certainty to industry and consumers.We will consult further on the detailed regulatory approach f...
How many a) CPM Wilson-Plus and b) CPM Watson-Plus drone jammers have been procured for British Transport Police.
The British Transport Police (BTP) are operationally independent, and procurement decisions are a matter for the force based on their operational requirements. BTP have confirmed that they have procured drone-jamming technology but for security reasons it...
What recent estimate she has made of the number of small-volume car manufacturers that will be exempt from the ban on new petrol and diesel cars in 2030.
In April 2025, the Government set out that small and micro volume manufacturers will be exempt from the 2030 phase out date for new pure petrol and diesel cars. The Government will continue to work with the low volume manufacturing sector as proposals to ...
What assessment she has made of the adequacy of access to public electric vehicle charging infrastructure by the time of the ban on new petrol and diesel cars in 2030.
An estimate of potential future demand for charge points was originally published in 2022 in Taking Charge: the National Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Strategy and ranged from 280,000 to 720,000 in 2030. This estimate was updated in 2024 to a r...
What assessment has she made of the potential impact of the ban on new petrol and diesel cars in 2030 on new car sales.
An initial carbon analysis of options for phasing out the sale of new petrol and diesel cars from 2030 was included in the 2024 consultation. A cost benefit analysis on final proposals will be published when we consult on legislation to implement the poli...
What steps has she taken to enable air ambulance services to be authorised to use the EGNOS signal as a Safety-of-Life service.
The UK lost access to EGNOS in 2021 as a consequence of leaving the EU. DfT is reviewing the case and viability of rejoining the EGNOS programme. Doing so would be subject to negotiation with the European Union.
What proportion of the £200 million Barrow Transformation Fund will be provided by the Department of Transport.
The Department for Transport does not contribute directly to the Barrow Transformation Fund. However, the Department is investing in important transport infrastructure schemes that support the Plan for Barrow, including £23.31 million towards the A595 Gri...
With reference to the Government's press notice entitled Shadow fleet set to be interdicted in UK waters in latest blow to Russia, published on 25 March 2026, how many of the Russian shadow fleet vessels under UK sanctions have transited through the English Channel since the US operation to seize tanker Bella 1.
Deterring and disrupting the Russian shadow fleet, including those subject to sanctions, is a priority for the UK. The UK Government constantly monitors UK waters to ensure the safety of mariners, protect the marine environment and uphold the UK’s national security, which includes monitoring sanctioned tankers.
What was the cost of tree planting as part of delivery of the new A14.
The cost of the original tree planting on the A14 (between late 2019 and early 2020, delivered under a Development Consent Order) cannot be separated from other planting and landscaping activities, and this is the standard contractual approach. The total cost of all planting and landscaping activities was £8,075,752.
How the City Region Sustainable Transport Settlement allocation for Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority was derived.
The Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority (CPCA) does not receive the City Region Sustainable Transport Settlement (CRSTS), which is made available to eight of England’s largest city regions. Other areas, including the CPCA, receive different funding streams, which from 2026/27 will be consolidated to provide greater flexibility. This funding includes Highways Maintenance, Local Transport Grant and bus funding. Details of this funding was provided to places in December 2025.
What steps has she taken to review the current status of land for environmental mitigation along the A14.
National Highways has assessed the status of the land and is taking steps to improve its condition, including replanting substantial numbers of trees, protecting ecological sites and creating new wildlife habitats.