Liz Jarvis MP: written questions
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Medicine: British Students AbroadDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 14 May 2026AnsweredUIN 1569More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of the Medical Training (Prioritisation) Act 2026 on the eligibility of British citizens studying medicine at UK-accredited overseas campuses for
Answer: Under the Medical Training (Prioritisation) Act 2026, graduates of United Kingdom medical schools will be prioritised for foundation training places, but not if they spent the majority of the time training for that qualification outside the British Island...
Answered 1 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordDriving Tests: HampshireDepartment for TransportTabled 14 May 2026AnsweredUIN 1514More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what recent assessment she has made of the adequacy of the availability of driving tests in Eastleigh constituency; what assessment she has made of trends in the level of driving test waiting times and test cen
Answer: The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is intensifying its efforts to reduce waiting times and improve access to driving tests, including in Eastleigh and Hampshire. For test centres serving the Eastleigh area, DVSA has made offers of employment ...
Answered 18 May 2026
Original Parliament recordRevenue and Customs: StandardsTreasuryTabled 14 May 2026AnsweredUIN 1509More
Question: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what recent assessment she has made of the (a) effectiveness of HMRC’s administrative and data handling processes and (b) adequacy of the average time taken by HMRC to respond to correspondence and resolve ongoing c
Answer: The Government has set out its approach to improving the effectiveness of HMRC’s administrative and data‑handling processes in the HMRC Transformation Roadmap, which outlines HMRC’s digital-first approach. HMRC is modernising systems, making better use of...
Answered 21 May 2026
Original Parliament recordME/CFS: Health ServicesDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 14 May 2026AnsweredUIN 1497More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what timetable his Department has set for implementing the commitments relating to research, attitudes and education, and support for people living with ME/CFS contained within the Government’s pol
Answer: The final delivery plan on myalgic encephalomyelitis/ chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS), published in July 2025, contains 44 actions for the Department of Health and Social Care, NHS England, other Government departments, and other organisations to implem...
Answered 27 May 2026
Original Parliament recordChildcareDepartment for EducationTabled 13 May 2026AnsweredUIN 1011More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what assessment she has made of the adequacy of current childcare support arrangements for working parents, including (a) the relationship between minimum work requirements and the number of funded childcare ho
Answer: The department is investing over £1 billion more in the early years entitlements this year compared to 2025/26 and an above inflation increase to entitlements funding rates. In 2026/27, we expect to provide over £9.5 billion for the early years entitlemen...
Answered 22 May 2026
Original Parliament recordParcels: Delivery ServicesDepartment for Business and TradeTabled 13 May 2026AnsweredUIN 1003More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what assessment he has made of the adequacy of employment protections for self-employed parcel delivery drivers; what discussions he has had with parcel delivery companies regarding the transparency of
Answer: The government expects parcel delivery companies to meet their legal obligations and ensure drivers receive their entitled protections. The Government is also committed to strengthening rights and protections to help the self-employed thrive in good quali...
Answered 22 May 2026
Original Parliament recordGeneral PractitionersDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 13 May 2026AnsweredUIN 970More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what guidance his Department has issued to GP practices on the application of NHS proxy access policies for children aged 11 to 16; what assessment he has made of the adequacy of current arrangemen
Answer: General practices (GPs) can provide proxy access to parents or carers of a child under the age of 16 years old. The GP surgery must get the child's consent before giving access to their online GP services, if the child is able to understand and make an in...
Answered 20 May 2026
Original Parliament recordTickets: SalesDepartment for Culture, Media and SportTabled 13 May 2026AnsweredUIN 945More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of the time taken to introduce legislation relating to secondary ticketing platforms on consumers.
Answer: We are fully committed to putting fans first by ending the scourge of industrial-scale ticket touting and protecting consumers on the secondary ticketing market. That is why we announced plans last year to introduce a price cap prohibiting the resale of a...
Answered 19 May 2026
Original Parliament recordPer- and polyfluorinated Alkyl SubstancesDepartment for Environment, Food and Rural AffairsTabled 13 May 2026AnsweredUIN 905More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what steps her Department is taking to reduce the use of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in (a) cookware, (b) school uniforms and (c) other consumer products; what comparati
Answer: Steps to better understand the sources of these chemicals, tackle how they move around in the environment, and act to reduce public and environmental exposure were set out on 3 February 2026 in the UK’s first-ever PFAS Plan. PFAS Plan: building a safer fu...
Answered 19 May 2026
Original Parliament recordADHD and Autism: DiagnosisDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 13 May 2026AnsweredUIN 902More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what guidance his Department has issued to NHS bodies on the (a) clinical, (b) functional and (c) other criteria to be used when prioritising patients for (i) Autism and (ii) ADHD assessments; what
Answer: The Department has not issued guidance to National Health Service bodies on the criteria for autism and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) assessments. The Department has not undertaken an Equality Impact Assessment on the prioritisation deci...
Answered 22 May 2026
Original Parliament recordFire PreventionMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled 13 May 2026AnsweredUIN 744More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what steps his Department is taking to improve fire safety in homes; what recent assessment he has made of the adequacy of existing fire safety regulations for household furnishi
Answer: The Government’s national ‘Fire Kills’ campaign provides clear, practical advice to help people prevent fires in the home and respond safely if a fire occurs, and this year has focused on the need to have sufficient smoke alarms. The campaign also support...
Answered 21 May 2026
Original Parliament recordYouth Mobility Scheme: EU CountriesCabinet OfficeTabled 13 May 2026AnsweredUIN 738More
Question: To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, what timetable the Government has set for implementation of a UK-EU youth mobility or youth experience scheme; what assessment he has made of the potential economic, educational and cultural benefits of increase
Answer: We are negotiating an ambitious youth experience scheme with the EU. Any scheme will provide a valuable form of cultural exchange for young Brits to travel, work, study and experience other cultures. We have been clear that the scheme should be in line wi...
Answered 20 May 2026
Original Parliament recordStudents: LoansDepartment for EducationTabled 13 May 2026AnsweredUIN 681More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what assessment her Department has made of whether the freezing of repayment thresholds for Plan 2 student loans from 2027 constitutes a form of fiscal drag; what assessment she has made of the distributional i
Answer: Plan 2 loans were designed and implemented by the previous government and, given the inherited fiscal situation, we are making tough but necessary decisions.It is important to consider this change in the round. We have increased the repayment threshold fo...
Answered 20 May 2026
Original Parliament recordStudents: LoansDepartment for EducationTabled 13 May 2026AnsweredUIN 679More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what assessment her Department has made of the potential impact of freezing repayment thresholds and interest rate arrangements for Plan 2 student loans from 2027 on (a) low and middle income graduates and (b)
Answer: Plan 2 loans were designed and implemented by the previous government and, given the inherited fiscal situation, we are making tough but necessary decisions.It is important to consider this change in the round. We have increased the repayment threshold fo...
Answered 20 May 2026
Original Parliament recordCars: TheftHome OfficeTabled 13 May 2026AnsweredUIN 671More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what estimate her Department has made of the number of car thefts in Eastleigh constituency; what assessment she has made of the impact of (a) relay attacks, (b) CAN bus attacks and (c) other sophisti
Answer: The Home Office collects and publishes information on the number of vehicle offences recorded by the police in England and Wales. This information is published at Community Safety Partnership level, including Eastleigh.The latest information, for the year...
Answered 21 May 2026
Original Parliament recordPublic Transport: ConcessionsDepartment for TransportTabled 16 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 127910More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what assessment she has made of the adequacy of the current concessionary travel scheme in areas experiencing reductions in local bus services; and what steps she is taking to ensure that pensioners can access
Answer: The Government is committed to delivering better bus services and ensuring that everyone in England, including concessionary pass holders, can access the services they need. Our Bus Services Act 2025 puts passenger needs, reliable services and local accou...
Answered 24 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordImmigration Controls: EU CountriesHome OfficeTabled 15 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 127589More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of the implementation of the Entry-Exit System on British tourists travelling to countries in the European Union, including on (a) families travell
Answer: The Entry/Exit System (EES) is an EU system, and its implementation is a matter for the EU and its member states.The UK Government is engaging the European Commission and member states to encourage a pragmatic approach to EES that minimises disruption now...
Answered 20 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordDevelopment Aid: Global Polio Eradication InitiativeForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 10 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 125551More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what assessment her Department has made of the potential impact of changes to Official Development Assistance funding for the Global Polio Eradication Initiative on (a) globa
Answer: I refer the Hon. Member to the response given to question 126356 on 20 April.
Answered 20 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordLocal Government Services: Digital TechnologyMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled 10 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 125375More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether he plans to issue guidance to local authorities on maintaining non-digital access routes for services such as Home Waste Recycling Centres, for residents who are digitall
Answer: Local councils have a legal obligation to ensure their services are accessible. This includes offering non-digital options for all vital services, such as applications for Council Tax reductions, Housing Benefit, and Blue Badges. This is set out in the Eq...
Answered 27 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordIncontinence: ProductsDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 10 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 125369More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what assessment his Department has made of the adequacy of the level of NHS provision of continence containment products for people with severe disabilities; and whether he plans to issue guidance
Answer: The Department has not made a specific assessment as integrated care boards are responsible for commissioning continence services in their areas. These services include assessment, treatment, and, where clinically appropriate, the supply of continence pro...
Answered 20 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordDomestic Abuse: Criminal ProceedingsMinistry of JusticeTabled 10 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 124919More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of defendants changing a plea from not guilty to guilty at a late stage in proceedings on victims of offences of controlling or coercive behaviour under the Ser
Answer: We recognise that guilty pleas made earlier in the process can save victims and witnesses from the concern of having to give evidence, particularly in cases involving controlling or coercive behaviour or domestic abuse. Even if an offender pleads later in...
Answered 20 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordKetotifenDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 26 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 124287More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what assessment his Department has made of the adequacy of the supply of Ketotifen; and what steps he is taking to support primary care practitioners in the diagnosis and management of multi-system
Answer: The supplier of ketotifen (Zaditen) one milligram tablets has confirmed there is currently no shortage of this product, and it is in stock and available to order.General practitioners are responsible for ensuring their own clinical knowledge remains up-to...
Answered 16 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordSocial Media: HealthDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 26 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 124263More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of social media content moderation practices, including shadow banning, on the visibility of women’s health information online; and
Answer: The Online Safety Act does not prevent adults or children from accessing legal content about women’s health. Safeguards for freedom of expression have been built in throughout the framework of the Act, which places duties on platforms to protect users’ ri...
Answered 17 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordFuels: PricesDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 26 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 124223More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what assessment his Department has made of local variations in petrol and diesel prices between fuel retailers; and what steps he is taking to improve consistency and transparency.
Answer: The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) recent annual report found that competition has not strengthened since 2023, which was consistent with significant price variations within and between local areas. Fuel Finder is now live, with all petrol fillin...
Answered 17 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordCounterfeit Manufacturing: ClothingDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 26 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 124221More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what steps she has taken with Cabinet colleagues to (a) reduce the sale of counterfeit fashion goods and (b) improve coordination between enforcement agencies to tackle such activity.
Answer: (a) The Government is reducing the sale of counterfeit fashion goods by supporting Police, Trading Standards and Border Force to take targeted enforcement action, disrupt online sales, seize counterfeit goods and use Proceeds of Crime Act powers to recove...
Answered 16 Apr 2026
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