Ben Obese-Jecty MP: written questions
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Tree FellingDepartment for Environment, Food and Rural AffairsTabled 29 May 2026AnsweredUIN 4872More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what steps is she taking to with the devolved Administrations to record the level of tree felling across the UK.
Answer: The Government recognises the importance of working collaboratively across the UK to support tree planting and ensure the long-term survival of our woodlands to safeguard their benefits for future generations. In 2024 we established the Tree Planting Task...
Answered 4 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordWest Ham United FC: SportsgroundsDepartment for Culture, Media and SportTabled 29 May 2026AnsweredUIN 4871More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, whether she has made an estimate of the cost to the public purse of West Ham United’s relegation to the Championship in the context of the ownership of that club's ground.
Answer: The London Stadium, its costs and its income generation is the responsibility of the Greater London Authority.
Answered 2 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordImports: RussiaDepartment for Business and TradeTabled 29 May 2026AnsweredUIN 4870More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, with reference to his Department's Notice entitled General Trade Licence for sanctioned processed oil products, published on 19 May 2026, whether kerosene used for heating oil under commodity code 2710
Answer: No it is not covered.
Answered 8 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordImports: RussiaDepartment for Business and TradeTabled 29 May 2026AnsweredUIN 4869More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, if he will set out how the volume of oil and oil products originating in Russia that are imported to the UK are tracked.
Answer: Importers are required to declare a country of origin (in line with the World Trade Organization rules of origin) in their import declaration. Trade data by country is available on HMRC’s UK Trade Info tool, available on GOV.uk.
Answered 8 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordPrime Minister: Public AppointmentsCabinet OfficeTabled 29 May 2026AnsweredUIN 4868More
Question: To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, with reference to the Chief Secretary to the Prime Minister's announcement of 14 May 2026, by when he expects all delivery advisors to be in post across Government.
Answer: The recruitment of delivery advisors is a matter for individual departments. Support will be provided so that appropriate appointments can be made in a timely way.
Answered 8 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordAUKUSCabinet OfficeTabled 29 May 2026AnsweredUIN 4867More
Question: To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, what steps the Prime Minister has taken to support the delivery of AUKUS in 2026.
Answer: AUKUS is a unique strategic partnership which is fundamental to security and stability in the Indo-Pacific and Euro-Atlantic, as well as to the UK’s NATO-first approach and Trans-Atlantic burden-sharing.The government has made a landmark £6 billion invest...
Answered 3 Jul 2026
Original Parliament recordNational SecurityDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 29 May 2026AnsweredUIN 4866More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, with reference to the Fourth Report of the Joint Committee on the National Security Strategy of Session 2024-26 on The National Security Strategy, HC 1045, published on 27 March 2026, what pr
Answer: Government works continually to improve and maintain the security and resilience of energy infrastructure against a wide range of risks. This involves working closely with the National Energy System Operator, energy industry, security authorities, regulat...
Answered 8 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordEnergy SupplyDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 29 May 2026AnsweredUIN 4865More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, with reference to the Fourth Report of the Joint Committee on the National Security Strategy of Session 2024-26 on The National Security Strategy, HC 1045, published on 27 March 2026, what pr
Answer: On Thursday 28 May, the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DENSZ) published the Energy Sector Cyber Security Strategy, in partnership with Ofgem, the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) and the National Energy System Operator (NESO). The Energ...
Answered 8 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordNational Security: UK Relations with EUCabinet OfficeTabled 29 May 2026AnsweredUIN 4701More
Question: To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, with reference to the National Security Strategy, CP1338, published on 24 June 2025, what progress he has made in enabling closer cooperation with the EU regarding the enhancement of the resilience of the UK’s c
Answer: We are intensifying our cooperation with the EU to protect critical infrastructure, including on hybrid and cyber threats through the implementation of the Security and Defence Partnership agreed at the UK-EU Summit in May 2025. As part of this work, in S...
Answered 5 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordNuclear Fusion: CanadaDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 29 May 2026AnsweredUIN 4643More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, with reference to the National Security Strategy 2025: Security for the British People in a Dangerous World (CP1338), published on 24 June 2025, what progress has he made in enhancing collabo
Answer: The department is working closely with our fusion delivery partners to explore opportunities to maximise UK and Canadian expertise in fusion energy, building on our Fusion MoU signed with Natural Resources Canada in 2024. In September 2025, the UK Atomic ...
Answered 8 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordArtillery: ProcurementMinistry of DefenceTabled 29 May 2026AnsweredUIN 4632More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of equipping each Royal Artillery Regiment with RCH155 on their manning establishment.
Answer: Work is ongoing to determine the future force structures of Royal Artillery Regiments. This includes consideration of the personnel required to operate and sustain the RCH155 system.
Answered 8 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordEast Park Energy: Planning PermissionDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 21 May 2026AnsweredUIN 900231More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, when he plans to make a decision on the application for East Park Energy Solar Park.
Answer: This is a live planning application that is currently under independent examination by the Planning Inspectorate; it would not be appropriate to comment further. I would encourage anyone with an interest to register with the Planning Inspectorate to share...
Answered 2 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordTechnology: International CooperationDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 21 May 2026AnsweredUIN 3938More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, with reference to the fourth report of the Joint Committee on the National Security Strategy (CP1338), published on 24 June 2025, what progress has he made in bringing new creativity to
Answer: DSIT plays a central role in delivering the National Security Strategy by helping to ensure the UK’s science and technology base is secure, resilient and aligned with national security objectives. Since its publication, the department has strengthened its...
Answered 5 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordSpecial Educational Needs: CambridgeshireDepartment for EducationTabled 21 May 2026AnsweredUIN 3937More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, pursuant to the answer of 19 May 2026 to question 747 on Special Educational Needs: Huntingdon, from which date is the 2026/27 funding for Experts at Hand available to local authorities in Cambridgeshire.
Answer: On 15 April 2026, the department announced the Experts at Hand and Local Authority Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Transformation Fund. This grant will be paid to local authorities, including in Cambridgeshire, in one annual instalment, ...
Answered 9 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordSpecial Educational Needs: CambridgeshireDepartment for EducationTabled 21 May 2026AnsweredUIN 3936More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, pursuant to the answer of 19 May 2026 to question 747 on Special Educational Needs: Huntingdon, what is the full remit of assistance provided by Experts at Hand in Cambridgeshire.
Answer: Local area partnerships will be asked to develop a new Experts at Hand offer over the next three years so that more specialist expertise can be accessed by mainstream settings to support all children and young people to achieve and thrive.Local areas will...
Answered 19 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordHealth Data Research ServiceDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 21 May 2026AnsweredUIN 3934More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, with reference to the answer of 22 April 2026 to question 125667 on Health Data Research Service, what consent will be sought from patients in order to use their data for research purposes.
Answer: The Health Data Research Service (HDRS) will build on existing health research services, including the national and regional secure data environments, OpenSAFELY and NHS DigiTrials, which already support the safe, secure, and beneficial use of health data...
Answered 1 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordCars: Manufacturing IndustriesDepartment for TransportTabled 21 May 2026AnsweredUIN 3933More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what recent estimate she has made of the number of small-volume car manufacturers that will be exempt from the ban on new petrol and diesel cars in 2030.
Answer: In April 2025, the Government set out that small and micro volume manufacturers will be exempt from the 2030 phase out date for new pure petrol and diesel cars. The Government will continue to work with the low volume manufacturing sector as proposals to ...
Answered 2 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordArmed Conflict: Middle EastTreasuryTabled 21 May 2026AnsweredUIN 3932More
Question: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, with reference to her statement on 21 May 2026 on the package of measures implemented as part of her Economic Response to the war in the Middle-East, which Members of the House of Commons contributed to the package
Answer: Treasury Ministers, including the Chancellor, regularly speak to Members of Parliament (MPs), business representatives, and other organisations, to inform government policy.
Answered 2 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordFood: PricesTreasuryTabled 21 May 2026AnsweredUIN 3931More
Question: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what discussions has she has had with the grocery industry on lowering prices of products; and which products were in the scope of those discussions.
Answer: The Chancellor of the Exchequer regularly meets with a wide range of stakeholders and industry representatives, including retailers and farming trade bodies to gather information on the effects of the Middle East conflict on the industry and to discuss ho...
Answered 3 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordNational Armaments Director GroupMinistry of DefenceTabled 21 May 2026AnsweredUIN 3930More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the answer of 21 May 2026, to question 1366 on National Armaments Director Group: Oil and Pipelines Agency, what key Defence energy capabilities is the NAD Group now responsible for.
Answer: The National Armaments Director (NAD) Group is now responsible for key Defence energy capabilities in support of the Military Commands. This includes the provision, storage and distribution of fuel; pipeline infrastructure; operational energy support to d...
Answered 2 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordDiego Garcia: Military BasesMinistry of DefenceTabled 21 May 2026AnsweredUIN 3899More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the Answer of 19 May 2026 to Question 1016 on Diego Garcia Military Base and British Indian Ocean Territory Bill, what is the nature of the ongoing discussions.
Answer: I refer the hon. Member to the statement made by my hon. Friend, the Minister of State for Europe, North America and Overseas Territories (Mr Doughty), in the House of Commons on 13 April 2026, who confirmed that the UK continues to engage closely with th...
Answered 2 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordDefenceMinistry of DefenceTabled 21 May 2026AnsweredUIN 3897More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what is the full scope of Op Appoint.
Answer: We will not be drawn into further details on the grounds of operational security.
Answered 3 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordNational SecurityForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 21 May 2026AnsweredUIN 3896More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, with reference to the Fourth Report of the Joint Committee on the National Security Strategy of Session 2024-26 on The National Security Strategy, HC 1045, published on 27 Ma
Answer: The EU is a key actor in countering hybrid threats, assisting its members to strengthen resilience, facilitate information sharing and provide practical support. The UK and EU undertook to hold strategic consultations on hybrid threats as part of the 2025...
Answered 1 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordNational Security: FinanceCabinet OfficeTabled 21 May 2026AnsweredUIN 3895More
Question: To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, with reference to paragraph 43 of the Fourth Report of the Joint Committee on the National Security Strategy of Session 2024-26 on The National Security Strategy, HC 1045, published on 27 March 2026, what additi
Answer: The Government follows all NATO definitions and guidance on applicable spend within the 1.5% of GDP. I refer the Honourable Member to their previous Parliamentary Question, where the answer set out that NATO has already agreed the definition of 1.5% as sp...
Answered 2 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordHMS Iron DukeMinistry of DefenceTabled 21 May 2026AnsweredUIN 3893More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what is the current operational status of HMS Iron Duke.
Answer: Royal Navy vessels are routinely managed through operating cycles comprising maintenance, training, deployment and regeneration, resulting in differing levels of readiness across the fleet at any given time in accordance with operational requirements. A...
Answered 2 Jun 2026
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