Tom Morrison MP: written questions
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Floods: Government AssistanceMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled 21 Feb 2025AnsweredUIN 32397More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what parameters her Department uses to determine whether to activate the Flood Recovery Framework.
Answer: My thoughts are with all householders and business owners impacted by flooding which is a devastating experience for those affected. Government recovery support in the aftermath of flooding is only provided in exceptional circumstances. Activation of the ...
Answered 3 Mar 2025
Original Parliament recordParental LeaveDepartment for Business and TradeTabled 13 Feb 2025AnsweredUIN 31639More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, if he will make an assessment of the potential merits of allowing extended paternity leave when the mother has been through a traumatic birth and is medically unable to properly care for the child alon
Answer: This Government is committed to ensuring that employed parents receive the best possible support in balancing their work and home lives. Eligible fathers or partners can plan to take a longer period of leave by using Shared Parental Leave or Unpaid Parent...
Answered 24 Feb 2025
Original Parliament recordGaza: Medical TreatmentsForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 13 Feb 2025AnsweredUIN 31629More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, If he will make an assessment of the potential merits of establishing a medical evacuation scheme for children in Gaza.
Answer: We continue to support the provision of healthcare in Gaza and the region, and officials from all relevant Government departments are exploring avenues to ensure our support best meets the needs of the critically ill in Gaza. The Government is keeping our...
Answered 25 Feb 2025
Original Parliament recordState Retirement Pensions: UpratingDepartment for Work and PensionsTabled 13 Feb 2025AnsweredUIN 31624More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what assessment she has made of the potential merits of uprating the 25 pence age addition for those over 80 years old and in receipt of the Basic State Pension.
Answer: No assessment has been made of the potential merits of uprating the 25 pence Age Addition by this Government. The 25 pence a week Age Addition is part of the old State Pension, for those who reached State Pension age before 6 April 2016. It is paid with t...
Answered 24 Feb 2025
Original Parliament recordHMP Isle of Wight: Visual ImpairmentMinistry of JusticeTabled 13 Feb 2025AnsweredUIN 31615More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, what assessment she has made of the impact of the electronic keypad system used to access communal facilities at night on prisoners with visual impairments at HMP Isle of Wight (Albany).
Answer: It is correct that the in-cell facilities at HMP Isle of Wight are not on par with newer built prisons. This does mean that some cells on the Albany site do not have any in-cell toiletry or washing facilities, however alternative provisions are provided. ...
Answered 24 Feb 2025
Original Parliament recordHMP Isle of Wight: Hygiene and SanitationMinistry of JusticeTabled 13 Feb 2025AnsweredUIN 31614More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, what assessment has she made of the potential impact of the seven-minute time limit on prisoners' ability to access toilet and washing facilities at HMP Isle of Wight (Albany) on on prisoner health and wellbeing.
Answer: It is correct that the in-cell facilities at HMP Isle of Wight are not on par with newer built prisons. This does mean that some cells on the Albany site do not have any in-cell toiletry or washing facilities, however alternative provisions are provided. ...
Answered 24 Feb 2025
Original Parliament recordHMP Isle of Wight: MuslimsMinistry of JusticeTabled 13 Feb 2025AnsweredUIN 31613More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, what assessment she has made of the adequacy of the seven-minute time limit for Muslim prisoners at HMP Isle of Wight requiring additional time for religious washing rituals.
Answer: It is correct that the in-cell facilities at HMP Isle of Wight are not on par with newer built prisons. This does mean that some cells on the Albany site do not have any in-cell toiletry or washing facilities, however alternative provisions are provided. ...
Answered 24 Feb 2025
Original Parliament recordHMP Isle of Wight: Hygiene and SanitationMinistry of JusticeTabled 13 Feb 2025AnsweredUIN 31612More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, what assessment she has made of the (a) adequacy of in-cell (i) toilet and (ii) washing facilities for prisoners at HMP Isle of Wight and (b) potential impact of those facilities on the wellbeing of prisoners.
Answer: It is correct that the in-cell facilities at HMP Isle of Wight are not on par with newer built prisons. This does mean that some cells on the Albany site do not have any in-cell toiletry or washing facilities, however alternative provisions are provided. ...
Answered 24 Feb 2025
Original Parliament recordPakistan: DemonstrationsForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 13 Feb 2025AnsweredUIN 31611More
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 reports of transnational repression of the families of British protestors of Pakistani origin; a
Answer: The UK Government continually assesses potential threats and takes the protection of individuals' rights, freedoms, and safety very seriously, including in relation to Pakistan. Any attempt by any foreign power to intimidate, harass or harm individuals or...
Answered 27 Feb 2025
Original Parliament recordJagtar Singh JohalForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 13 Feb 2025AnsweredUIN 31595More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, whether he has had discussions with his counterparts in India on ensuring that Jagtar Singh Johal will receive a fair trial; and if he will monitor legal proceedings.
Answer: The UK Government remains absolutely committed to pushing the Government of India for faster progress to resolve Jagtar Singh Johal's case. The Foreign Secretary raised Mr Johal's case with his Indian counterpart on numerous occasions, most recently on 25...
Answered 27 Feb 2025
Original Parliament recordAnimal FeedDepartment for Environment, Food and Rural AffairsTabled 12 Feb 2025AnsweredUIN 31131More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, for what reason his Department is trialling the use of Bovaer feed additive; and what assessment he has made of the potential merits of using (a) kelp-based additives and (b) other nat
Answer: Bovaer is a relatively new product, therefore building on the existing evidence base, particularly on-farm in 'real life' conditions is critical to give farmers and consumers confidence in these products. Defra is not undertaking any trials of Bovaer so t...
Answered 24 Feb 2025
Original Parliament recordAnimal Feed: 3-NitrooxypropanolDepartment for Environment, Food and Rural AffairsTabled 12 Feb 2025AnsweredUIN 31129More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, if he will make an assessment of the potential impact of mandating the use of Bovaer in cattle feed on farmers.
Answer: Bovaer is a methane suppressing feed product which can reduce the methane emissions of cows by an average of 27%. Every sector of the UK economy, including agriculture, must reduce emissions for us to achieve net zero by 2050. Ruminant livestock, particul...
Answered 24 Feb 2025
Original Parliament recordGaza: PalestiniansForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 7 Feb 2025AnsweredUIN 29935More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, whether he has made representations to his US counterpart on the Government’s rejection of the US President’s proposal for the resettlement of Palestinians in Gaza.
Answer: The Foreign Secretary frequently has calls with his US counterpart on a range of issues, including the situation in Gaza, most recently on 27 January. The role played by the US, alongside Qatar and Egypt, in negotiating the ceasefire agreement between Isr...
Answered 20 Feb 2025
Original Parliament recordStepping Hill Hospital: FinanceDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 7 Feb 2025AnsweredUIN 29934More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, for what purpose his Department has provided funding from the critical infrastructure risk fund to Stepping Hill Hospital.
Answer: Repairing and rebuilding our hospital estate is a vital part of our ambition to create a National Health Service that is fit for the future.In this context, Stockport Foundation NHS Trust has been provided with £11.5 million in 2024/25 to facilitate the r...
Answered 13 Feb 2025
Original Parliament recordGaza: CeasefiresForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 6 Feb 2025AnsweredUIN 29636More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what diplomatic steps he is taking to ensure a lasting ceasefire in Gaza.
Answer: We welcome the agreement to end the fighting in Gaza. It is the first step in ensuring long-term peace and security for Israelis, Palestinians, and the wider region, bringing much-needed stability, but we have always been clear that an immediate ceasefire...
Answered 13 Feb 2025
Original Parliament recordPalestinians: Recognition of StatesForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 6 Feb 2025AnsweredUIN 29635More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, if he will recognise Palestine as a state.
Answer: We support a two-state solution that guarantees security and stability for both the Israeli and Palestinian people. We must see Palestinians able to live and prosper in their homelands. We oppose moving Palestinians in Gaza to neighbouring Arab states aga...
Answered 17 Feb 2025
Original Parliament recordFloods: StockportMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled 6 Feb 2025AnsweredUIN 29568More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, for what reason the Flood Recovery Framework was not activated following the flooding on 1 January 2025 in Stockport.
Answer: My thoughts remain with all householders and business owners impacted by flooding at the end of December last year and early in January 2025; flooding is a devastating experience for all those affected.Government recovery support in the aftermath of flood...
Answered 14 Feb 2025
Original Parliament recordNational Insurance Contributions: Self-employedTreasuryTabled 5 Feb 2025AnsweredUIN 29237More
Question: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, if she will make an estimate of the number of sole employer self-employed people that may face increased national insurance payments in the next 12 months.
Answer: The self-employed do not pay Employer NICs unless they hire employees to work for them. Sole traders who are registered as self-employed will therefore not be paying ER NICs, and therefore not be affected by the changes coming into effect from April 2025.
Answered 13 Feb 2025
Original Parliament recordHealth Services: WomenDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 4 Feb 2025AnsweredUIN 28642More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps he is taking to improve women’s access to healthcare services.
Answer: The Government will prioritise women’s health as we reform the National Health Service, ensuring that all women can access the care that they need. We are committed to the Women’s Health Strategy and are continuing work to deliver it. For example, support...
Answered 17 Feb 2025
Original Parliament recordEmergency Services: MedalsHome OfficeTabled 4 Feb 2025AnsweredUIN 28628More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, if she will make an assessment of the potential merits of introducing an Injury on Duty Award Scheme for members of the emergency services.
Answer: The Home Office will continue to consider proposals for new awards for members of the emergency services. It is only right that we recognise the sacrifices made by the emergency services, and it is important to make sure this is done in a proportionate an...
Answered 11 Feb 2025
Original Parliament recordFlood Control: CheadleDepartment for Environment, Food and Rural AffairsTabled 3 Feb 2025AnsweredUIN 28359More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, how much the Environment Agency spent on flood defences in Cheadle constituency in the last Parliament.
Answer: The Environment Agency (EA) undertook the following activities in Cheadle constituency over the course of the last parliament: Maintenance of 7 debris screens in Cheadle and Gatley. The screens prevent debris from blocking culverts or damaging infrastruct...
Answered 11 Feb 2025
Original Parliament recordMotor Vehicles: RegistrationDepartment for TransportTabled 17 Dec 2024AnsweredUIN 20905More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether she has made an assessment of the potential merits of charging foreign-registered vehicles to use UK roads.
Answer: Foreign-registered heavy goods vehicles (HGV) are already charged to use UK roads through the HGV Levy. This is in recognition of the fact that HGVs can cause greater damage to road surfaces than other vehicle types. There are no plans to implement a gene...
Answered 19 Dec 2024
Original Parliament recordMiddle East: Humanitarian SituationForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 6 Dec 2024AnsweredUIN 18427More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what steps he is taking in response to the humanitarian crisis in the Middle East.
Answer: The UK remains committed to alleviating humanitarian suffering in the Middle East. A resolution to the conflict in Gaza has been a priority since day one of this government, and we continue to push for an immediate ceasefire, the release of all hostages, ...
Answered 24 Dec 2024
Original Parliament recordLeasehold: ReformMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled 6 Dec 2024AnsweredUIN 18426More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what assessment she has made of the potential merits of abolishing residential leaseholds.
Answer: I refer the Hon Member to the Written Ministerial Statement made on 21 November 2024 (HCWS244).
Answered 16 Dec 2024
Original Parliament recordPrisoners' Release: Crimes of ViolenceMinistry of JusticeTabled 6 Dec 2024AnsweredUIN 18425More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, if she will make an assessment of the potential merits of excluding violent offenders who have breached lifetime restraining orders while in custody from the early release scheme.
Answer: Certain offences have been excluded from SDS40. This includes serious violent offences with a sentence of four years or more; specified offences linked to domestic abuse irrespective of sentence length (including stalking, coercive or controlling behaviou...
Answered 16 Dec 2024
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