Every parliamentary written question tabled by Jim Shannon this session, with the full answer and department. See how every department answers, or back to the MP page.
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What assessment he has made of the potential for battery storage technologies to enhance grid stability.
Battery storage technologies play an important role in ensuring grid stability through balancing the power system in real time and have the potential to support grid stability through grid-forming capabilities, depending on the type of technology used and...
What progress has been made on the development of hydrogen infrastructure for industrial and domestic use.
Government is delivering projects to kickstart the UK hydrogen economy, with contract signings for successful projects from the first Hydrogen Allocation Round, and £500m confirmed for a hydrogen transport and storage network. The 10 Year Clean Energy Ind...
What support is available to small and medium-sized businesses for the adoption of low-carbon technologies.
SMEs can access funding for low carbon technologies through schemes like the Boiler Upgrade Scheme. We also encourage SMEs to visit the UK Business Climate Hub which provides advice to support SMEs to reduce costs and build resilience. It is run by the Br...
What recent assessment he has made of the potential for solar energy installations in public and commercial buildings.
The Government recognises there is significant potential to deploy rooftop solar on public and commercial properties. As well as promoting rooftop solar for businesses, the Government is intensifying efforts to build renewables on the public estate. It is...
What steps he is taking to increase the deployment of onshore and offshore wind energy projects.
The Government has launched its Clean Power 2030 Action Plan, which set out a detailed plan for achieving the target of clean power by 2030. The Government has secured a record 8.4GW of offshore wind in AR7, Europe’s biggest ever offshore wind auction - e...
What support is available to local authorities to promote low-emission public transport initiatives.
The Department for Transport has given local transport authorities in England over £21bn in multi-year funding settlements to spend on local transport outcomes. This gives local transport authorities more flexibility to spend money according to their loca...
What assessment she has made of the adequacy of housing support available through Housing Benefit.
Households in receipt of housing support living in the social rented sector have their eligible rent paid in full, unless the level of housing support is reduced because of their income or savings, contributions from non-dependants, or limited by the bene...
What estimate he has made of the number of households at risk of fuel poverty in the current year.
The latest annual fuel poverty statistics, published in March 2026, project that an estimated 8.4% of households (2.13 million) in England are in fuel poverty in 2026, under the Low Income Low Energy Efficiency (LILEE) metric. These values are based on pr...
What steps her Department is taking to improve access to digital services for claimants who are unable to use online platforms for Universal Credit applications and management.
Universal Credit is a digital-first service and our digital approach enables proactive communication with customers, including tailored prompts and support through their account, alongside personalised assistance from Work Coaches who can signpost to wide...
What support is available for carers receiving Carer's Allowance who wish to enter employment.
Through our Jobcentres, DWP supports unpaid carers who wish to combine their caring responsibilities with paid work. Full time carers who receive Universal Credit can access voluntary employment support from a work coach, which includes identifying skills...
What assessment he has made of the potential impact of rising domestic energy prices on low-income households.
The cost of living is the single biggest issue families are facing, and tackling affordability is this government’s number one priority. That is why the Chancellor has taken urgent action on the cost of living. On 30 January, we also announced the continu...
What steps her Department is taking to reduce the number of benefit claimants experiencing deductions.
Deductions from Universal Credit help support customers to manage debts by paying the creditor directly from their benefit, for instance paying rent arrears to ensure the customer does not face eviction. The most effective way to reduce reliance on deduct...
What assessment he has made of the UK’s energy import dependence, particularly for gas and electricity.
In 2025, the UK imported 43TWh of electricity, equivalent to 13% of gross UK electricity supply. This helped to reduce reliance on more expensive generation and lower overall system costs. In the same period, the UK exported 12TWh of electricity, enabling...
What steps he is taking to ensure the resilience of the electricity grid against extreme weather events.
Energy Resilience is a top priority for Government. Government works continuously with industry to improve and maintain the resilience of energy infrastructure to a range of risks including extreme weather events. The Energy Resilience Group (ERG), which ...
What assessment she has made of the potential impact of benefit sanctions on the mental health of claimants receiving Universal Credit.
Work-related requirements are tailored to the claimant, taking into consideration their individual circumstances such as health conditions or caring responsibilities, so they are realistic and achievable. Any requirements must be agreed between the claima...
What assessment she has made of the availability of public charging points for electric vehicles in rural areas.
The Government is committed to accelerating the rollout of affordable and accessible charging infrastructure so that everyone, no matter where they live or work, can make the transition to an electric vehicle (EV). As of 1 May 2026, there are now over 120...
What steps she is taking to accelerate the uptake of electric vehicles.
The Government is investing £7.5 billion to support the transition to zero emission vehicles. This includes supporting the rollout of charging infrastructure and grants to help people and businesses buy electric cars, vans and trucks. The £2 billion Elect...
What assessment her Department has made of the adequacy of opportunities for employment for people with long-term health conditions such as Multiple Sclerosis.
Disabled people and people with long-term health conditions have a lower rate of employment. The employment rate for disabled people was 53.1% in Q1 2026 and 64.1% for people with long-term health conditions, compared to 82.2% for non-disabled people. Dis...
How many claimants are awaiting reassessment for Personal Independence Payment.
Awaiting answer.
What fiscal incentives are available to encourage private investment in infrastructure.
The government will continue to work with the private sector to unlock the significant increase in private investment required to deliver the full ambition of the 10 Year Infrastructure Strategy and to maximise the value of the extensive public investment...