Written questions

434 written questions tabled, most recent first.

15 Jun 2026 · Department of Health and Social Care

Brain: Tumours

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps he is taking to ensure national spending on brain tumour research is proportionate to the number of adults and children impacted by that disease.

15 Jun 2026 · Department of Health and Social Care

Nutrition

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what assessment his Department has made of the effectiveness of The Eatwell Guide in (a) improving health outcomes and (b) supporting a healthier and sustainable food system.

15 Jun 2026 · Department of Health and Social Care

Food: Labelling

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what measures and timelines are in place to assess the effectiveness of Nutrient Profiling Model in encouraging healthy eating.

15 Jun 2026 · Department of Health and Social Care

Nutrition: Chronic Illnesses

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of plant rich diets on reducing the risk of non-communicable disease and health outcomes.

15 Jun 2026 · Department of Health and Social Care

Women's Health Hubs

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, whether he plans to publish a publicly accessible list of the (a) location of and (b) services available in women’s health hubs.

15 Jun 2026 · Department of Health and Social Care

Women's Health Hubs

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, how many women's health hubs have been established in NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight ICB in each of the last three years.

15 Jun 2026 · Department of Health and Social Care

Health: Women

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps he is taking to tackle health inequalities impacting women in North East Hampshire constituency.

15 Jun 2026 · Department of Health and Social Care

Gynaecology: North East Hampshire

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps he is taking to reduce gynaecology waiting times in North East Hampshire constituency.

3 Jun 2026 · Department of Health and Social Care

Postural Tachycardia Syndrome: Waiting Lists

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what the average waiting time is for patients referred to specialist Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome services.

3 Jun 2026 · Department of Health and Social Care

Postural Tachycardia Syndrome and and Autoimmune diseases: Health Services

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what assessment he has made of the adequacy of the availability of NHS care pathways for patients diagnosed with (a) Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome and (b) other autonomic nervous system

10 Apr 2026 · Department for Science, Innovation and Technology

Artificial Intelligence: Young People

To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, pursuant to the Answer of 11 July 2025 to Question 66043, what steps her Department is taking to develop its understanding of the risks posed to young people by artificial intelligence

10 Apr 2026 · Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs

Animal Welfare

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, pursuant to the Answer of 22 July 2025 to Question 68225, whether he has made an assessment of the potential merits of bringing forward further legislative proposals on animal sentienc

10 Apr 2026 · Home Office

Hate Crime: Women

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, pursuant the Answer of 22 July 2025 to Question 68230, what recent assessment she has made of the potential merits of making misogyny a hate crime; and what impact the cross-Government Strategy on vio

10 Apr 2026 · Department of Health and Social Care

Cerebrospinal Fluid Shunts: Magnets

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what assessment his Department has made of the potential impact of high strength retail sold magnets, including those imported outside of the UK and EU regulatory frameworks, on the safety and func

10 Apr 2026 · Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government

Sheltered Housing: Older People

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of the difficulty in selling retirement flats on families inheriting properties; and whether he plans to take steps to support

10 Apr 2026 · Ministry of Justice

Marriage: Reform

To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, whether his Department has taken steps to implement the Law Commission’s July 2022 recommendations on weddings law reform in England and Wales; and whether his Department has published any progress reports.

10 Apr 2026 · Ministry of Justice

Marriage: Reform

To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, when the consultation on the Marriage Act 1949 reforms will be launched; how long it will run; and what steps will be taken to ensure the broad engagement with all stakeholders including couples and celebrants.

26 Mar 2026 · Home Office

Visas: Skilled Workers

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, pursuant to Question 86523, what assessment her Department has made of the potential impact of delays in Certificate of Sponsorship allocations on lawful Skilled Worker visa holders; and what steps ar

26 Mar 2026 · Department for Education

Special Educational Needs: Travel

To ask the Secretary of State for Education, pursuant UIN 82150 what assessment her Department has made of the availability of discretionary transport support for children with special educational needs and disabilities who are not yet of compulsory schoo

26 Mar 2026 · Department of Health and Social Care

Mental Health Services: Waiting Lists

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what challenges his Department has identified in reducing waiting times for psychological therapy, and what assessment has been made of how these affect access for people seeking support to stay in

26 Mar 2026 · Department of Health and Social Care

Mental Health Services: Waiting Lists

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what action his Department plans to take to reduce waiting times for psychological therapy to support employment, and what targets or timetable have been set for improving access.

26 Mar 2026 · Department for Work and Pensions

Supported Housing: Young People

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, pursuant UIN 87565 what steps his Department is taking to address the challenges it has identified in the interaction between Universal Credit and Housing Benefit for young people in supported accommoda

26 Mar 2026 · Department for Work and Pensions

CITB: Fees and Charges

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what assessment his Department has made, in consultation with the Health and Safety Executive, of the potential impact of the Construction Industry Training Board levy on health and safety outcomes in t

26 Mar 2026 · Department of Health and Social Care

Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps his Department is taking to improve national awareness, research, and coordination of work relating to Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood (SUDC).

26 Mar 2026 · Department of Health and Social Care

Fractures: Health Services

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what progress his Department has made on developing and publishing a detailed national implementation plan for the rollout of fracture liaison services to achieve 100% coverage across England by 20

26 Mar 2026 · Department of Health and Social Care

Fractures: Health Services

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what the timetable is for patients in areas currently without a fracture liaison service to gain access to one; and what milestones his Department has set to track progress towards universal provis

26 Mar 2026 · Department of Health and Social Care

Fractures: Health Services

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what funding has been specifically allocated to the rollout of fracture liaison services beyond the investment in DEXA scanners announced in May 2025; and what assessment he has made of whether tha

26 Mar 2026 · Department of Health and Social Care

General Practitioners: Fees and Charges

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what plans his Department has to ensure that charges for medical evidence letters, certificates, and reports are fair and proportionate for patients in financial hardship or vulnerable groups; and

26 Mar 2026 · Department of Health and Social Care

Learning Disability: Nurses

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what assessment his Department has made of the availability of learning-disability nursing training places in regions where provision is determined solely by university education providers; and wha

26 Mar 2026 · Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs

Japanese Knotweed: Weed Control

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what assessment her Department has made of the potential merits of providing financial support to homeowners for the treatment or removal of Japanese knotweed; and what consideration h

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