Freddie van Mierlo MP: written questions
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Hormone Replacement TherapyDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 15 Sept 2025AnsweredUIN 77387More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, pursuant to the Answer of 7 March 2025 to Question 35541 and and the Answer of 12 May to Question 50770 on Hormone Replacement Therapy, (a) what progress has been made and (b) what further steps ar
Answer: The Department is continuing to work closely with the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) to ensure safe access to oestrogen and testosterone hormone replacement therapy (HRT) implants, which are not licensed in the United Kingdom.T...
Answered 13 Oct 2025
Original Parliament recordArtificial Intelligence: RegulationDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 15 Sept 2025AnsweredUIN 77386More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what assessment she has made of the adequacy of online safety regulations for protecting people against harmful advice provided by AI chatbots.
Answer: Services with AI chatbots regulated under the Online Safety Act have duties to protect all users from illegal content and children from age inappropiate content. This includes harmful advice if it is illegal content or meets the definition of harmful cont...
Answered 13 Oct 2025
Original Parliament recordInternet: ChildrenDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 15 Sept 2025AnsweredUIN 77385More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what steps she is taking to help ensure that parents receive adequate information on (a) the use of (i) parental controls and (ii) virtual private networks and (b) other steps to keep c
Answer: DSIT has funded media literacy projects, including Parent Zone’s ‘Everyday Digital’, to help parents understand online safety. On 12 September 2025, DSIT published research exploring what support parents need to keep children safe online. Ofcom has also r...
Answered 13 Oct 2025
Original Parliament recordTax AvoidanceTreasuryTabled 12 Sept 2025AnsweredUIN 76915More
Question: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, if she will hold discussions with HMRC on the difference between the loan charge settlement terms offered to (a) large companies and (b) other people.
Answer: The Government commissioned an independent review of the loan charge to help bring the matter to a close for those affected whilst ensuring fairness for all taxpayers. The Government will respond by Autumn Budget 2025. HMRC applies the law fairly and cons...
Answered 13 Oct 2025
Original Parliament recordData ProtectionDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 11 Sept 2025AnsweredUIN 76765More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what guidance her Department has issued to (a) websites and (b) organisations on the implementation of the Online Safety Act 2023.
Answer: Ofcom has conducted an extensive programme of work aimed at facilitating understanding and compliance with the Online Safety Act. This includes a Regulation Checker to help services and organisations identify whether they are in scope of the relevant duti...
Answered 16 Sept 2025
Original Parliament recordData ProtectionDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 11 Sept 2025AnsweredUIN 76764More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, with reference to the Online Safety Act 2023, what assessment he has made on the adequacy of the security of personal data shared with third parties.
Answer: The Online Safety Act has cross-cutting duties to ensure that users’ rights to privacy are protected. All providers are required to give particular regard to the importance of protecting users’ privacy rights when implementing measures to comply with thei...
Answered 16 Sept 2025
Original Parliament recordInternet: JournalismDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 11 Sept 2025AnsweredUIN 76763More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, whether she has made an assessment of the potential impact of the Online Safety Act 2023 on (a) Wikipedia and (b) news reporting sites.
Answer: The Online Safety Act covers services where users post content or interact online, requiring sites like Wikipedia to address illegal material and protect children where necessary. Ofcom must ensure that the duties are proportionate and appropriate for the...
Answered 16 Sept 2025
Original Parliament recordMembers: CorrespondenceDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 10 Sept 2025AnsweredUIN 76510More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, when he plans to respond to the letter of 10 July 2025 from the hon. Member for Henley and Thame on maternity services.
Answer: The letter has been passed to Baroness Amos as chair of the independent investigation into National Health Service maternity and neonatal care, and she will respond directly in due course.
Answered 15 Sept 2025
Original Parliament recordTerminal Illnesses: Medical TreatmentsDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 10 Sept 2025AnsweredUIN 76509More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps his Department is taking to ensure that NICE appraisals for (a) Duchenne muscular dystrophy and (b) other rare, progressive conditions take into account urgency of access.
Answer: The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) aims wherever possible to issue guidance on new medicines close to the time of licensing to ensure that patients can benefit from rapid access to clinically and cost-effective new medicines. NIC...
Answered 9 Oct 2025
Original Parliament recordTerminal Illnesses: Medical TreatmentsDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 10 Sept 2025AnsweredUIN 76508More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps his Department is taking to ensure that the impact on carers is included in NICE technology appraisals for rare and progressive diseases.
Answer: NICE’s technology appraisal process allows its independent committees to take societal benefits, such as health-related quality-of-life for carers and impact on personal social services, into account. NICE’s methods are set out in its published health tec...
Answered 9 Oct 2025
Original Parliament recordVamoroloneDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 10 Sept 2025AnsweredUIN 76507More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, pursuant to the Answer of 14 July 2025 to Question 64336 on Vamorolone, what the consequences are for (a) Integrated Care Boards and (b) NHS Trusts for not making NICE recommended medicines availab
Answer: Commissioners have a statutory responsibility to make funding available for a medicine or treatment recommended by a National Institute of Health and Care Excellence (NICE) technology appraisal (TA) or highly specialised technology evaluation (HST) within...
Answered 8 Oct 2025
Original Parliament recordEquality and Human Rights CommissionWomen and EqualitiesTabled 10 Sept 2025AnsweredUIN 76506More
Question: To ask the Minister for Women and Equalities, what discussions she has had with the new Chair of the Equality and Human Rights Commission on her priorities for the Commission.
Answer: Dr Mary-Ann Stephenson was confirmed as the next Chair of the EHRC. She will begin her term as EHRC Chair in December and will meet regularly with the Minister for Women and Equalities as part of her role.
Answered 2 Oct 2025
Original Parliament recordMethylphenidate: ShortagesDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 10 Sept 2025AnsweredUIN 76505More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, pursuant to the Answer of 27 January to Question 25553 on Methylphenidate Shortages, if he will make an assessment of the adequacy of the current supply of methylphenidate for ADHD.
Answer: The Department has worked closely with industry stakeholders, and, following extensive collaborative efforts, previous issues have been resolved and all strengths of lisdexamfetamine, atomoxetine capsules, atomoxetine oral solution, guanfacine prolonged-r...
Answered 26 Sept 2025
Original Parliament recordMidwives: OxfordshireDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 10 Sept 2025AnsweredUIN 76504More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, pursuant to the Answer of 15 July to Question 66814 on Health Services: Oxfordshire, what steps he is taking to ensure that Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is able to recruit and r
Answer: The Government is committed to ensuring the National Health Service can both recruit and retain staff. We recently announced the Graduate Guarantee for nurses and midwives, which will ensure that there are enough positions available for every newly qualif...
Answered 15 Sept 2025
Original Parliament recordHousing: SewageDepartment for Environment, Food and Rural AffairsTabled 8 Sept 2025AnsweredUIN 75850More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, whether she has had discussions with the Environment Agency on their decision to remove opposition to new housing developments that would be connected to the Oxford Sewage treatment wo
Answer: A multidisciplinary EA team worked with Thames Water to develop a strategic approach to managing wastewater capacity challenges in Oxford. This provided a framework for the EA to no longer object to developments, instead providing clear advice on the risk...
Answered 16 Sept 2025
Original Parliament recordUK Visas and ImmigrationHome OfficeTabled 8 Sept 2025AnsweredUIN 75849More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what recent assessment she has made of the UKVI waiting times for answering enquiries regarding (a) UK passports and (b) British National status.
Answer: For customer enquiries made to the Passport Adviceline, in August, the average speed to answer passport related calls was 16 seconds.
Answered 15 Sept 2025
Original Parliament recordChildren: MaintenanceDepartment for Work and PensionsTabled 8 Sept 2025AnsweredUIN 75848More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what assessment he has made of the adequacy of (a) criminal and (b) civil measures to increase compliance with child maintenance payments.
Answer: 69% of Paying Parents due to pay via the Collect & Pay service actually paid some maintenance during the calendar quarter ending March 2025. This compares with 65% during the quarter ending March 2023. In the year to March 2025, the CMS arranged aroun...
Answered 17 Sept 2025
Original Parliament recordNational Trails UK: FinanceDepartment for Environment, Food and Rural AffairsTabled 3 Sept 2025AnsweredUIN 74931More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, if he will make an assessment of the potential impact of trends in levels of funding allocated to National Trails since 2018 on those trails.
Answer: The Government remains committed to enhancing access to nature and will continue to work closely with Natural England, National Trails UK and relevant partners to understand and respond to the needs of our National Trails. We know it requires significant ...
Answered 10 Sept 2025
Original Parliament recordPublic Footpaths: River ThamesDepartment for Environment, Food and Rural AffairsTabled 3 Sept 2025AnsweredUIN 74924More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, if he has made an assessment of the adequacy of the diversions on the Thames path due to the closure of (a) Marsh Lock bridge and (b) Temple Footbridge.
Answer: We recognise the importance of National Trails as crucial connectors, not only for visitors keen to complete the trails, but as valued community pathways supporting local businesses and residents. We understand that the Thames Path National Trail Partners...
Answered 8 Sept 2025
Original Parliament recordNational Trails UK: StandardsDepartment for Environment, Food and Rural AffairsTabled 3 Sept 2025AnsweredUIN 74923More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what steps he is taking to improve the condition of (a) the Thames path, (b) The Ridgeway and (c) other National Trails.
Answer: The Government remains committed to enhancing access to nature and recognises the importance of National Trails as crucial links between urban and rural settings, allowing people to get closer to nature and experience the natural world. In addition to the...
Answered 9 Sept 2025
Original Parliament recordNational Trails UK: FinanceDepartment for Environment, Food and Rural AffairsTabled 3 Sept 2025AnsweredUIN 74922More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, pursuant to the Answer of 28 January 2025 to Question 25560 on National Trails UK: Finance, what his timetable is for announcing the funding settlement for (a) National Trails UK, (b)
Answer: Funding settlements to National Trails UK are not announced, and individual National Trails are not funded separately. In 24/25 NTUK received a combination of funding through the Protected Landscapes Partnership, direct grants and Access for All funding.
Answered 10 Sept 2025
Original Parliament recordMaternity Services: ReviewsDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 3 Sept 2025AnsweredUIN 74729More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, which NHS Trusts will be involved in the Rapid National Investigation into maternity and neonatal services.
Answer: On 14 August 2025, my Rt Hon. Friend, the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, announced the appointment of Baroness Amos as Chair of the Independent Maternity and Neonatal Investigation, with further information available at the following link:...
Answered 15 Sept 2025
Original Parliament recordGovernment Departments: CorrespondenceCabinet OfficeTabled 2 Sept 2025AnsweredUIN 74454More
Question: To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, whether he has made a recent assessment of the level of efficiency across government in answering correspondence from members of the public.
Answer: The Cabinet Office works with Government departments and agencies to monitor the quality and timeliness of correspondence, providing support and guidance as necessary.
Answered 9 Sept 2025
Original Parliament recordPower Failures: CompensationDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 2 Sept 2025AnsweredUIN 74385More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, whether he has made an assessment of the potential merits of revising the compensation scheme for electricity consumers to include compensation for the inconvenience caused by power cuts of s
Answer: The Government expects energy companies to deliver the best support to customers. Ofgem monitors and enforces the Guaranteed Standards of Performance. Ofgem also regularly reviews and updates their compensation arrangements. The most recent changes were m...
Answered 8 Sept 2025
Original Parliament recordElectricity GenerationDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 2 Sept 2025AnsweredUIN 74383More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what steps he is taking to help (a) ensure that energy consumers receive a reliable electricity supply and (b) reduce power cuts due to issues with the electricity distribution network.
Answer: Maintaining a secure electricity supply is a key priority for Government. DESNZ works closely with industry to continually improve and maintain the resilience the energy infrastructure, networks and assets to reduce vulnerabilities, and ensure an effectiv...
Answered 8 Sept 2025
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