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Written questions by Osborne.

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

Department:All (84)Department for Culture, Media and Sport (16)Department of Health and Social Care (15)Women and Equalities (12)Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (7)Treasury (7)Department for Work and Pensions (6)Department for Business and Trade (5)Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (4)Department for Education (3)Home Office (3)Department for Transport (2)Cabinet Office (2)

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29 May 2026·Department for Business and Trade·Answered
Asked

What assessment he has made of the effectiveness of Post Office Ltd’s franchising model in maintaining community access to Post Office services where branches are located within retail premises that su

Reply

The Government recognises the impact that post office and retail closures can have on employees, communities and access to essential services. The proposed closure of certain Morrisons stores is a commercial decision by the retailer rather than Post Offic...

29 May 2026·Department for Business and Trade·Answered
Asked

Whether he has had discussions with Morrisons on its reported plans to close 100 Morrisons Daily stores, including the store on Edinburgh Road in Jarrow; and what assessment he has made of the potentia

Reply

While this is a commercial decision for Morrisons, we understand that this will be a concerning time for workers and their families. A broad range of support is available for those affected, including through Jobcentre Plus and the Rapid Response Service....

4 Oct 2024·Department for Business and Trade·Answered
Asked

Whether he has made an assessment of the potential impact of changes to Royal Mail’s universal service obligation on magazine publishers.

Reply

Ofcom, as the independent regulator of postal services, is responsible for ensuring the provision of a financially sustainable and efficient universal postal service that meets users’ needs. Ofcom’s statement of 5 September set out potential reforms to th...

4 Oct 2024·Department for Business and Trade·Answered
Asked

If he will ensure that second-class Saturday deliveries remain part of the Universal Service Obligation for Royal Mail.

Reply

Ofcom, as the independent regulator of postal services, is responsible for ensuring the provision of a financially sustainable and efficient universal postal service that meets users’ needs. Ofcom’s statement of 5 September set out potential reforms to th...

4 Oct 2024·Department for Business and Trade·Answered
Asked

Whether he has made an assessment of the potential impact of Royal Mail’s proposed stamp price increases on magazine publishers.

Reply

The Government does not have a role in Royal Mail’s commercial decisions, including the prices of stamps and other services. In setting its prices, Royal Mail must observe the regulatory framework set by Ofcom which imposes price controls, ‘safeguard caps...

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