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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Food and Rural Affairs, what steps her Department has taken to protect (a) bees and (b) other pollinators.
Defra protects honeybee health through delivery of the Healthy Bees Plan 2030, and measures to monitor and manage bee pest and disease risks. We will produce a refreshed Pollinator Action Plan as part of the Environmental Improvement Plan and coordinate ...
Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what steps she is taking to (a) monitor and (b) report on the protection of the rights of women and girls overseas.
The issues raised in the Hon Member's questions are among the most important humanitarian and development priorities for the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), but our work on them cannot adequately be summarised in the answer to one par...
Food and Rural Affairs, what recent assessment her Department has made of the welfare of farmed animals in England.
In December 2025, Defra published The Animal Welfare Strategy for England, a comprehensive package of reforms designed to enhance the lives of millions of animals, including farmed animals. The Government continues to make progress towards delivering the ...
Commonwealth and Development Affairs, whether she has made representations to the Government of Venezuela on access to urgent medical treatment, religious materials, and spiritual support for Bishop Jylman Red Ju
The UK remains concerned about the human rights situation in Venezuela, including the treatment of detainees, and we have repeatedly called on the Venezuelan authorities to uphold human rights and cooperate fully with international mechanisms, including i...
What support is available to British entrepreneurs seeking to establish businesses in Africa and Asia.
The Department for Business and Trade supports UK businesses to export and grow in markets worldwide, including Africa and Asia. Through the Business Growth Service, entrepreneurs can access tailored market advice, free Business Academy training and UK Ex...
Food and Rural Affairs, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of climate change on UK crop yields.
The Defra-funded Food, Farming & Natural Environment Climate Service develops evidence on climate adaptation to strengthen the resilience of the agri-food sector. Defra’s crop genetic improvement platform also funds crop breeding R&D to identify g...
What recent assessment he has made of opportunities for UK businesses in emerging markets.
The Department for Business and Trade is supporting businesses with the highest-growth potential and targeting markets identified in the Industrial and Trade Strategies as having significant economic opportunity.Our Free Trade Agreements help businesses c...
What recent assessment she has made of levels of compliance with UK food hygiene standards.
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) is responsible for food safety and hygiene in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. The FSA also monitors and oversees the inspections undertaken by local authorities.The FSA publishes an annual review of food standards acr...
Food and Rural Affairs, what measures are in place to monitor (a) food fraud and (b) mislabelling in (i) retail and (ii) wholesale markets.
The Food Standards Agency’s (FSA) National Food Crime Unit monitors UK food fraud through intelligence-led analysis, which supports the shaping of targeted food fraud investigations. Defra officials and the FSA work closely with local authority food teams...
Commonwealth and Development Affairs, how much funding has been allocated to global education initiatives in the last financial year.
The issues raised in the Hon Member's questions are among the most important humanitarian and development priorities for the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), but our work on them cannot adequately be summarised in the answer to one par...
Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what recent assessment she has made of the effectiveness of UK aid in reducing extreme poverty in Sub-Saharan Africa.
The issues raised in the Hon Member's questions are among the most important humanitarian and development priorities for the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), but our work on them cannot adequately be summarised in the answer to one par...
Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what steps the Government is taking to improve guidance for British travellers regarding health and safety risks abroad.
In 2024-25, the last full financial year for which data is available, the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) answered over 400,000 requests for consular support from British nationals overseas, and provided detailed consular assistance in...
Commonwealth and Development Affairs, how many British nationals required consular assistance abroad in the most recent 12 months.
In 2024-25, the last full financial year for which data is available, the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) answered over 400,000 requests for consular support from British nationals overseas, and provided detailed consular assistance in...
Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what assessment she has made of the adequacy of British embassies in responding to emergencies involving citizens overseas.
In 2024-25, the last full financial year for which data is available, the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) answered over 400,000 requests for consular support from British nationals overseas, and provided detailed consular assistance in...
Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what steps the Government is taking to ensure aid reaches vulnerable women and children in developing countries.
The issues raised in the Hon Member's questions are among the most important humanitarian and development priorities for the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), but our work on them cannot adequately be summarised in the answer to one par...
Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what recent assessment she has made of the adequacy of consular support provided to British nationals during natural disasters overseas.
In 2024-25, the last full financial year for which data is available, the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) answered over 400,000 requests for consular support from British nationals overseas, and provided detailed consular assistance in...
Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what measures are in place to evaluate the impact of UK humanitarian aid programmes in regions affected by climate change.
The issues raised in the Hon Member's questions are among the most important humanitarian and development priorities for the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), but our work on them cannot adequately be summarised in the answer to one par...
Commonwealth and Development Affairs, whether her Department has made an assessment of the adequacy of global preparedness for pandemics and epidemic outbreaks.
Supporting vaccination and immunisation, preventing and treating disease, and preparing for pandemics and epidemics, are all crucial elements of the UK's global health programmes, working alongside organisations like Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance; the World ...
Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what funding the UK has provided to combat malaria, tuberculosis, and HIV/AIDS in low-income countries.
Supporting vaccination and immunisation, preventing and treating disease, and preparing for pandemics and epidemics, are all crucial elements of the UK's global health programmes, working alongside organisations like Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance; the World ...
Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what progress has been made in contributing to international maternal and child health programmes.
The UK is supporting international progress on maternal and child health by strengthening health systems, advancing sexual and reproductive health and rights, and protecting health security. Through our newly established Community of Expertise in Health, ...