Every parliamentary written question tabled by Connor Naismith this session, with the full answer and department. See how every department answers, or back to the MP page.
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In what way defined contribution pension pots held in drawdown are taken into account when determining entitlement to means-tested benefits; and what guidance his Department provides to pensioners on the relationship between pension drawdown decisions and benefit eligibility.
Awaiting answer.
Whether his Department has assessed the extent to which higher voluntary workplace pension contributions increase Universal Credit awards; and whether he has considered the potential merits of introducing limits on the level of pension contributions that may be deducted from earnings for the purposes of Universal Credit assessment.
Awaiting answer.
How many defendants have successfully used the defence of automatism in cases arising from road traffic collisions in each of the last five years; and what assessment she has made of the impact of those cases on victims and their families.
Awaiting answer.
What recent assessment her Department has made of the business case for the HS2 link between Birmingham and Crewe, and if she will publish an update on the economic, connectivity and regional growth merits considered as part of that assessment.
Awaiting answer.
Communities and Local Government, if the Government will review housing allocation guidance to ensure that children diagnosed with conditions such as precocious puberty are supported with respect to policies that use age-based criteria for bedroom entitlement, in cases where medical evidence demonstrates a requirement for separate sleeping accommodation on grounds of privacy, dignity and wellbeing.
Awaiting answer.
What assessment he has made of the potential impact of the suspension of funding for the Warm Homes Plan on households that had been (a) approved and (b) offered support but were unable to re
Awaiting answer.
If she will make an assessment of the effectiveness of existing powers available to airlines and other agencies to prevent and respond to disruptive behaviour by airline passengers; and whether her Department h
Awaiting answer.
Whether she has made a comparative assessment of VAT revenues in (a) the UK and (b) European counterpart countries.
Comparative VAT revenue statistics for OECD member countries are publicly available and regularly reviewed by the department.
Whether the Government has considered the impact of rising costs on growth in the hospitality sector, including (a) constraints on existing businesses expanding and (b) deterrence of new entrants, in its projections
The Government recognises the hospitality sector’s vital contribution to jobs, communities, and local economies across the UK. Given the sector’s seasonal and flexible nature, changes in trading patterns may reflect wider economic conditions and consumer ...
On what date he expects to commence the administrative liability order provisions under sections 32M and 32N of the Child Support (Enforcement) Act 2023; and what statutory mechanism currently provides
Our intention remains to introduce the necessary legislation for Administrative Liability Order’s (ALOs) as soon as possible. We are working closely with HM Courts and Tribunals Service (HMCTS) and with the Scottish Government to ensure that when commence...
Whether she has considered the potential impact of reduced economic activity arising from hospitality businesses operating under limited hours due to increased staffing costs in fiscal projections.
The Government recognises the hospitality sector’s vital contribution to jobs, communities, and local economies across the UK. Given the sector’s seasonal and flexible nature, changes in trading patterns may reflect wider economic conditions and consumer ...
What due diligence his Department undertook in relation to the renewal of the CMS2012 contract with Tata Consultancy Services in August 2024, including consideration of relevant legal proceedings involv
This contract was procured following a Further Competition using Framework RM6263 “Digital Specialists and Programmes – Lot 1: Digital Programmes” under Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The Invitation to Tender was sent out to all 51 suppliers on Lot 1,...
What assessment the Government has made of the economic impact of hospitality businesses closing.
The Government recognises the vital economic contribution of hospitality businesses to jobs, supply chains and the vitality of high streets and town centres. The Government keeps impacts on high streets under review and is taking action to support hospita...
What assessment he has made of the effectiveness of the eligibility criteria of the Boiler Upgrade Scheme for households that installed air source heat pumps prior to the introduction of gove
The Boiler Upgrade Scheme supports property owners to replace existing fossil fuel systems with low-carbon heating alternatives. The Government has no plans to fund replacement of existing heat pumps through the scheme to ensure it maximises carbon saving...
Whether she has plans to review the statutory safe walking route distance of three miles for school travel.
The department’s home-to-school travel policy aims to make sure that no child is prevented from accessing education by a lack of transport. Children of compulsory school age, 5 to 16, are eligible for free travel if they attend their nearest suitable scho...
Communities and Local Government, what assessment he has made of the adequacy of current planning guidance and national planning rules in enabling local planning authorities to consider the cumulative impact of m
Between 16 December 2025 and 10 March 2026, we consulted on a new National Planning Policy Framework. The consultation on the revised framework, which can be found on gov.uk here, included proposals relating to the planning of housing, transport, drainage...
What steps his Department is taking, with the Department of Health and Social Care, to distribute clear and accessible guidance on National Insurance credits and State Pension entitlement directly throu
There is a wide range of National Insurance credits available, ensuring people can achieve the best possible State Pension outcome when they reach State Pension age. A number of National Insurance credits are linked to an associated benefit. Child Benefit...
What assessment she has made of the impact of workload and workplace wellbeing on teacher retention; and if her Department will publish a dedicated teacher retention strategy that prioritises mental health and
In February, the department published our delivery plan, setting out how we will recruit an additional 6,500 secondary, special school and further education teachers over the course of this Parliament, including retaining more teachers to keep the skills ...
What assessment he has made of the extent to which homelessness affects access to elective and planned medical procedures; and what steps his Department is taking, including in collaboration with t
Awaiting answer.
What steps his Department is taking to ensure that patients experiencing homelessness are able to access planned medical treatment, including surgery, where a lack of stable accommodation may other
Awaiting answer.