The Westminster lensArchive · Written questions · 181 tabled · 181 answered

Written questions by Hayes.

Every parliamentary written question tabled by Helen Hayes this session, with the full answer and department. See how every department answers, or back to the MP page.

Department:All (181)Department for Education (59)Department of Health and Social Care (24)Department for Work and Pensions (18)Home Office (16)Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (15)Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (14)Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (8)Department for Transport (8)Treasury (5)Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (5)Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (3)Department for Culture, Media and Sport (3)

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24 Oct 2024·Treasury·Answered
Asked

If she will review the Lifetime ISA withdrawal limit to support first time buyers in London.

Reply

The Lifetime ISA (LISA) property price cap supports most first-time buyers across the UK while targeting households that might find it most difficult to get on the property ladder. Data from the latest UK House Price Index shows that while the average pri...

24 Oct 2024·Treasury·Answered
Asked

What assessment she has made of the adequacy of the Lifetime ISA withdrawal limit for home purchases in London in the context of average house prices in London in 2024.

Reply

The Lifetime ISA (LISA) property price cap supports most first-time buyers across the UK while targeting households that might find it most difficult to get on the property ladder. Data from the latest UK House Price Index shows that while the average pri...

6 Sept 2024·Treasury·Answered
Asked

Whether she has taken steps to establish an independent review of HMRC's implementation of the Loan Charge.

Reply

The Chancellor and I know the loan charge is a very important matter for many members and their constituents. We have been considering this matter since taking office and will provide an update in due course.

17 Jul 2024·Treasury·Answered
Asked

Whether she is taking steps to protect access to UK banking services for UK citizens living in European Union member States.

Reply

The Government recognises the importance of a bank account for day-to-day life and understands the frustration of UK citizens living in the EU who have had their accounts closed. The Government does not hold statistics on account closures for UK citizens living abroad. UK banks take these decisions on closures according to a variety of factors including the local law and regulation in individual countries, an assessment of profitability, or other commercial drivers. Some UK banks offer specific accounts aimed at citizens living abroad, which may provide an alternative option. People who have had their accounts closed may also wish to refer to MoneyHelper - which offers free, impartial guidance on financial decisions - for further advice on their options.

17 Jul 2024·Treasury·Answered
Asked

What estimate she has made of the number of UK bank accounts held by UK citizens living in European Union member States that have been closed since the UK's withdrawal from the European Union.

Reply

The Government recognises the importance of a bank account for day-to-day life and understands the frustration of UK citizens living in the EU who have had their accounts closed. The Government does not hold statistics on account closures for UK citizens living abroad. UK banks take these decisions on closures according to a variety of factors including the local law and regulation in individual countries, an assessment of profitability, or other commercial drivers. Some UK banks offer specific accounts aimed at citizens living abroad, which may provide an alternative option. People who have had their accounts closed may also wish to refer to MoneyHelper - which offers free, impartial guidance on financial decisions - for further advice on their options.

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