Every parliamentary written question tabled by Vikki Slade this session, with the full answer and department. See how every department answers, or back to the MP page.
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Innovation and Technology, what assessment her Department has made of the potential impact of the migration from Public Switched Telephone Network to digital landline services on the number of (a) scam and (b) ca
The Government is committed to ensuring that any risks from the industry-led migration of the analogue Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) to digital Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) are mitigated for everyone across the UK. Ofcom have confirmed t...
Innovation and Technology, whether her Department has made an assessment of the potential impact of digital voice services, compared to the legacy Public Switched Telephone Network, on protection against scam and
The Government is committed to ensuring that any risks from the industry-led migration of the analogue Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) to digital Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) are mitigated for everyone across the UK. Ofcom have confirmed t...
Innovation and Technology, what data her Department holds the percentage of landline telephone connections that have been migrated from the Public Switched Telephone Network to digital voice services.
The analogue Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) is a privately-owned telecoms network and the decision to upgrade it to digital Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) was taken by the telecoms industry in 2017.Over 92% of PSTN landlines have already be...
Innovation and Technology, if she will take steps to require telecommunications providers to bear financial responsibility for losses arising from scam and spoofed telephone calls to improve accountability under
The Government has no plans to require telecommunications providers to bear financial responsibility for losses arising from scam and spoofed telephone calls.Tackling fraud and pursuing the criminals behind it is a priority for the Government. We are work...
Innovation and Technology, what assessment has been made of the effectiveness of Ofcom's enforcement of caller line identification requirements in reducing the number of scam and spoofed telephone calls received
Tackling fraud is a priority for the Government. We are working closely with industry, law enforcement and consumer groups to identify and prosecute criminal activity of this nature.As the independent regulator, Ofcom has strengthened its Calling Line Ide...
If he will take steps to increase funding for research into Parkinson's disease.
Government responsibility for delivering Parkinson’s disease research is shared between the Department of Health and Social Care, with research delivered by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR), and the Department of Science, Innovat...
Whether he will take steps to provide free NHS prescriptions to younger onset Parkinson's patients.
There are currently no plans to provide free National Health Service prescriptions to younger onset Parkinson's patients.People with younger-onset Parkinson’s may be eligible for exemption from NHS prescription charges for another reason. Eligibility depe...
What assessment he has made of the potential impact of Investor-State Dispute Settlements on the UK's capacity to transition away from fossil fuels.
The Government is aware of the interest in ISDS, and is engaging with energy and climate stakeholders on its impact on UK priorities. In line with HMG’s Trade Strategy, the UK will continue to work with partners through multilateral forums, including the ...
What recent progress she has made towards licensing acoustic speed cameras following recent roadside trials.
The Department for Transport conducted roadside trials of noise camera technology between October 2022 and February 2023. Reports of these trials, including detailed assessment of the technology’s performance and potential merits, were published on 17 Mar...
Whether he plans to develop a formal care pathway for Parkinson's disease.
NHS England’s updated adult specialised neurology service specification sets clear, standardised expectations for integrated neurology pathways, helping integrated care boards (ICBs) design services that provide timely, comprehensive, and coordinated care...
What assessment he has made of the equity of access to cancer treatment options for patients with the same cancer diagnosis, who are differentially classified as (a) first-line, (b) second-line and
The Government remains committed to improving access to innovative cancer treatments through the National Cancer Plan for England and to reducing inequalities in cancer outcomes and patient experience. Treatment decisions for individual patients are made ...
Whether he has made an assessment of the potential benefits of making clinically beneficial cancer treatments available to patients according to (a) patient need and (b) clinical effectiveness and
The Government remains committed to improving access to innovative cancer treatments through the National Cancer Plan for England and to reducing inequalities in cancer outcomes and patient experience. Treatment decisions for individual patients are made ...
If she will have discussions with Diabetes UK on (a) the ongoing consultation on SEND reform and (b) reforms to the SEND support system more broadly.
During the 12‑week special educational needs and disabilities consultation period, the department delivered an engagement programme that ensured we listened to children and young people, families, educators and the sector.A national public engagement prog...
Whether she has made an assessment of the potential merits of offering free GCSE exams to children studying under Elective Home Education across England.
The government provides funding to state schools and colleges, which covers examination entries for students who are on roll. When a parent chooses to educate their child outside of the school system, for any reason, they take full responsibility of their...
Communities and Local Government, whether he has made an assessment of the potential impact for his policies of (a) expanding permitted development rights or (b) amending guidance to simplify planning application
I refer the hon. Member to the answer given to Question UIN 124803 on 10 April 2026.
What assessment she has made of the effectiveness of the review criteria by which Report Fraud make a decision on whether to refer the report of fraud to a police force to consider an investigation.
Report Fraud is the new national reporting service for fraud and for cyber crime operated by City of London Police. Reports submitted to Report Fraud are considered by the service’s National Crime Analysis Service and evaluated to assess the information a...
What steps his Department is taking to expand places for neurology at medical school.
The Government keeps the total number of medical school places under close review to ensure it meets England’s workforce requirements.Neurology is a medical specialty, with doctors undertaking speciality training in neurology following medical school, fou...
What recent estimate she has made of the number of incidents reported to Report Fraud that are not then referred on to a UK police force to consider an investigation; and what percentage this equals o
Report Fraud is the new and improved national police reporting service for fraud and cybercrime which launched on 4 December 2025. Report Fraud uses the latest technology to enhance the reporting experience, providing report updates for victims, and impro...
What steps he is taking with Cabinet colleagues to improve the (a) diagnosis rate and (b) treatment of migraines.
The Government recognises the significant impact that migraines can have on individuals’ quality of life and is committed to improving care for people living with neurological conditions like migraine.The Government is working across departments to addres...
What steps he is taking with Cabinet colleagues to improve employers' awareness of migraine symptoms amongst employees.
Employers are crucial in enhancing employment opportunities and supporting disabled people and those with health conditions, such as migraines, to thrive in the workforce. All employers have a duty under the Equality Act 2010 to make ‘reasonable adjustmen...