Dave Doogan MP: written questions
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Railway Network: Repairs and MaintenanceDepartment for TransportTabled 3 Feb 2025AnsweredUIN 28048More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what guidance she has issued on the recourse available to neighbours to Network Rail maintenance and construction projects for disputes relating to planned works.
Answer: While the Secretary of State has not issued specific guidance on this, there are options available for raising a dispute. Ahead of planned works Network Rail consults with communities affected, to address their concerns. Compensation for disruption will b...
Answered 6 Feb 2025
Original Parliament recordRailway Network: Repairs and MaintenanceDepartment for TransportTabled 3 Feb 2025AnsweredUIN 28047More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what recent discussions she has had with Network Rail on the steps it is taking to ensure the health and wellbeing of neighbours impacted by rail maintenance.
Answer: I am replying as Minister responsible. I am not aware of any discussions between the Secretary of State and Network Rail on this issue. The health and wellbeing of lineside neighbours is a key consideration for Network Rail in undertaking any essential ra...
Answered 6 Feb 2025
Original Parliament recordElectricity: MetersDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 28 Jan 2025AnsweredUIN 26973More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what progress he has made with Ofgem and energy suppliers on (a) understanding how energy costs will change for consumers following the switch from services relying on Radio Teleswitch and (b
Answer: Energy suppliers are best placed to advise on suitable tariffs for their customers, and to ensure that they inform affected customers of any changes to the cost of their energy. Ofgem has been clear that suppliers must take all reasonable steps to ensure ...
Answered 3 Feb 2025
Original Parliament recordNuclear SubmarinesMinistry of DefenceTabled 28 Jan 2025AnsweredUIN 26854More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to his Department's press release entitled Landmark £9 billion contract for British business to boost jobs, growth and nuclear deterrent, published on 24 January 2025, how many of the jobs in (a) C
Answer: Rolls-Royce Submarines Ltd indicate that at the end of January 2025 there are currently three posts filled in Cardiff with plans to recruit up to an additional 127 posts in the next 14 months. There are 64 posts filled in Glasgow with plans to recruit up ...
Answered 3 Feb 2025
Original Parliament recordGreat British Energy: Community EnergyDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 24 Jan 2025AnsweredUIN 26340More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what progress GB Energy has made on delivering community energy projects.
Answer: Great British Energy has as one of its key functions the delivery of the Local Power Plan which will provide funding and support to communities to meet the government's goal of 8GW of community energy by 2030. The GBE Bill is still making its way throug...
Answered 3 Feb 2025
Original Parliament recordNuclear Reactors: Rolls-RoyceMinistry of DefenceTabled 24 Jan 2025AnsweredUIN 26339More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what estimate he has made of how many jobs the Unity Contract with Rolls Royce will create in (a) Cardiff and (b) Glasgow.
Answer: Rolls-Royce Submarines Ltd estimate the Unity contract will create at least 200 new jobs in Glasgow and Cardiff providing the company with longer-term contractual security to plan and develop their existing and future workforce.
Answered 3 Feb 2025
Original Parliament recordCost of Living: ScotlandScotland OfficeTabled 14 Jan 2025AnsweredUIN 902238More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland,what steps he is taking with Cabinet colleagues to support people with the cost of living in Scotland.
Answer: Delivering economic growth and raising living standards in every part of the United Kingdom, so working people have more money in their pocket, is the government’s central mission.We are protecting 1 million pensioners with the triple lock, giving a pay r...
Answered 22 Jan 2025
Original Parliament recordEnergy: MetersDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 9 Dec 2024AnsweredUIN 18615More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what recent discussions he has had with Ofgem on steps it is taking to help consumers secure competitive tariffs when Radio Teleswitch Service meters are replaced.
Answer: The Government recognises the importance of a smooth transition for consumers away from Radio Teleswitch Service (RTS) meters. The Government is working closely with Ofgem, industry stakeholders, and energy suppliers through the RTS Taskforce which is wor...
Answered 12 Dec 2024
Original Parliament recordSpecial Envoy on Freedom of Religion or BeliefForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 2 Dec 2024AnsweredUIN 17229More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what plans the Government has to appoint a Special Envoy for Freedom of Religion or Belief.
Answer: As the Deputy Prime Minister said in Parliament on 20 November, envoy appointments are under Ministerial consideration and will be decided upon in due course. We continue to use the strength of our global diplomatic network, including dedicated staff with...
Answered 10 Dec 2024
Original Parliament recordRenewable Energy: International CooperationDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 22 Nov 2024AnsweredUIN 15655More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, if he will take steps with his international counterparts to negotiate a treaty on (a) ending fossil fuel (i) exploration and (ii) expansion, (b) phasing-out existing production of fossil fue
Answer: The UK will work closely with international partners to deliver our commitments to transition away from fossil fuels, as agreed at COP28, in a just, orderly and equitable manner, while ensuring our energy security. The Government has also just launched a ...
Answered 27 Nov 2024
Original Parliament recordHamas and Israel: Arrest WarrantsForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 21 Nov 2024AnsweredUIN 15508More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what assessment he has made of the potential implications for his policies of the International Criminal Court arrest warrants issued for (a) Benjamin Netanyahu, (b) Yoav Gal
Answer: We respect the independence of the International Criminal Court (ICC) which is the primary international institution for investigating and prosecuting the most serious crimes of international concern. We remain focused on pushing for an immediate ceasefir...
Answered 4 Dec 2024
Original Parliament recordArms Trade: Export ControlsDepartment for Business and TradeTabled 21 Nov 2024AnsweredUIN 15507More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what assessment he has made of the potential implications for arms export licences of the International Criminal Court arrest warrant for (a) Benjamin Netanyahu and (b) Yoav Gallant.
Answer: The UK respects the independence of the International Criminal Court in investigating the situation in Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories. We have been clear that all parties must comply with International Humanitarian Law and take every poss...
Answered 18 Dec 2024
Original Parliament recordBritish Nationals Abroad: DeathForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 11 Nov 2024AnsweredUIN 13489More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, with reference to Bereavement abroad through homicide or culpable homicide - support: memorandum of understanding" between his Department and the Crown Office and Procurator
Answer: The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), the Police Service of Scotland, the Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service, Death Certification Review Service and Victim Support Scotland details t...
Answered 19 Nov 2024
Original Parliament recordBritish Nationals Abroad: CoronersForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 11 Nov 2024AnsweredUIN 13482More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, how many coroners inquests have been held in (a) England and (b) Wales for the death of a UK national abroad in the last five years.
Answer: The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office received requests for documents to assist with coroner's inquests in England and Wales over the last five years (rounded to the nearest 100) as follows:1,100 in 2019;1,000 in 2020;1,000 in 2021;1,300 in 2...
Answered 19 Nov 2024
Original Parliament recordCommunity Energy: FinanceDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 8 Nov 2024AnsweredUIN 13275More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what methodology his Department will use to allocate the £1 billion of funding for community energy to each of the nations in the UK.
Answer: GBE will benefit all four nations, creating jobs and building supply chains across the whole of UK. GBE’s funding envelope provides a total amount for it to operate UK-wide. We are resetting the Government’s approach to working with the devolved nations. ...
Answered 18 Nov 2024
Original Parliament recordElectric Cables: AgricultureDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 21 Oct 2024AnsweredUIN 10130More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of overhead lines on GPS equipment used by farmers.
Answer: Any developer of electricity network infrastructure projects undertakes an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) for individual projects and EIAs for projects in rural areas will almost always include assessment of agricultural impacts. These assessments ...
Answered 24 Oct 2024
Original Parliament recordSeed Potatoes: ContaminationDepartment for Environment, Food and Rural AffairsTabled 21 Oct 2024AnsweredUIN 10129More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, if he will make an estimate of the potential loss of revenue for seed potato farmers that lost potato cyst nematode clear status due to contamination during the construction of nationa
Answer: Landowners, businesses and homeowners that have electrical equipment, such as pylons or towers, sited on their land have the right to compensation for the value of their land, as well as for any losses or expenses incurred. Acquiring authorities can also ...
Answered 2 Dec 2024
Original Parliament recordSeed Potatoes: ContaminationDepartment for Environment, Food and Rural AffairsTabled 21 Oct 2024AnsweredUIN 10128More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, if he will take steps to compensate seed potato farmers that lose potato cyst nematode clear status due to contamination caused by the construction of national infrastructure including
Answer: Landowners, businesses and homeowners that have electrical equipment, such as pylons or towers, sited on their land have the right to compensation for the value of their land, as well as for any losses or expenses incurred. Acquiring authorities can also ...
Answered 2 Dec 2024
Original Parliament recordChildren: MaintenanceDepartment for Work and PensionsTabled 15 Oct 2024AnsweredUIN 9216More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what steps she is taking through the Child Maintenance Service to ensure that receiving parents and their children are adequately financially supported when paying parents (a) decide not to return to wo
Answer: The maintenance calculation is designed to be affordable and sustainable for paying parents, while ensuring they contribute a reasonable amount to support their children. Calculations are based on a percentage of the Paying Parent’s gross weekly income re...
Answered 22 Oct 2024
Original Parliament recordChildcare: CostsDepartment for Work and PensionsTabled 7 Oct 2024AnsweredUIN 7541More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what assessment the Child Maintenance Service has made of the potential merits of ensuring that both parents are equally liable for childcare costs.
Answer: The Child Maintenance Service (CMS) operates on the principle that both parents have financial responsibility for their child, including contributing to their food and clothing, as well as contributing towards the associated costs of running the home that...
Answered 10 Oct 2024
Original Parliament recordChildren: MaintenanceDepartment for Work and PensionsTabled 7 Oct 2024AnsweredUIN 7540More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what assessment the Child Maintenance Service has made of the potential merits of reducing the threshold for unearned income for paying parents from £2,500 to £1,000 in line with HMRC’s annual tax-free
Answer: The threshold for unearned income was originally set at £2,500 to ensure that this represented a significant source of a paying parent’s total annual income. This ensures that minor changes in unearned income do not interfere with the efficiency of the sy...
Answered 15 Oct 2024
Original Parliament recordChildren: MaintenanceDepartment for Work and PensionsTabled 7 Oct 2024AnsweredUIN 7539More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, if she will make an assessment of the potential merits of requiring the Child Maintenance Service to calculate a paying parent's liability using their household income rather than their individual incom
Answer: The Child Maintenance Service (CMS) operates on the principle that both parents have financial responsibility for their child, including contributing to their food and clothing, as well as contributing towards the associated costs of running the home that...
Answered 10 Oct 2024
Original Parliament recordChildren: MaintenanceDepartment for Work and PensionsTabled 4 Oct 2024AnsweredUIN 6471More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what steps she is taking to ensure that parents are not able to avoid (a) Child Maintenance liability and (b) Deduction of Earning Orders by changing employment.
Answer: Where parents frequently change employment, the Child Maintenance Service (CMS) can use alternative powers such as deducting child maintenance directly from their bank account. The CMS has a range of strong enforcement options that are designed to get mon...
Answered 9 Oct 2024
Original Parliament recordChildren: MaintenanceDepartment for Work and PensionsTabled 4 Oct 2024AnsweredUIN 6470More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what steps she is taking to improve the success of enforcement measures taken by the Child Maintenance Service on non-paying parents.
Answer: Where parents frequently change employment, the Child Maintenance Service (CMS) can use alternative powers such as deducting child maintenance directly from their bank account. The CMS has a range of strong enforcement options that are designed to get mon...
Answered 9 Oct 2024
Original Parliament recordInfected Blood Compensation SchemeCabinet OfficeTabled 30 Aug 2024AnsweredUIN 3091More
Question: To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, what discussions he has had with the devolved Administrations on the format of payments from the infected blood compensation scheme; whether he has had discussions with each devolved Administration on their pres
Answer: I met the Health Ministers for England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland ahead of the announcement on 16 August, and officials meet on a regular basis to discuss the progress of the Infected Blood Compensation Scheme. The Scheme will operate across th...
Answered 4 Sept 2024
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