Andrew Bowie MP: written questions
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Written questions
Military Aircraft: AccidentsMinistry of DefenceTabled 3 Jun 2026AnsweredUIN 6466More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what role the Joint Casualty and Compassionate Centre plays in overseeing or approving works which may disturb WWII aircraft wreckage; and how frequently licences have been issued in such contexts in the past fiv
Answer: The Joint Casualty and Compassionate Centre (JCCC) works closely with other stakeholders, including the Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO), the Air Historical Branch (AHB) and local authorities to assess whether a licence should be issued according...
Answered 11 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordMilitary Aircraft: AccidentsMinistry of DefenceTabled 3 Jun 2026AnsweredUIN 6465More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, whether the Ministry of Defence (a) requires and (b) recommends on-site surveys by appropriately qualified specialists to determine the presence of military aircraft remains prior to construction works.
Answer: The Joint Casualty and Compassionate Centre (JCCC) works closely with other stakeholders, including the Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO), the Air Historical Branch (AHB) and local authorities to assess whether a licence should be issued according...
Answered 11 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordMilitary Aircraft: AccidentsMinistry of DefenceTabled 3 Jun 2026AnsweredUIN 6464More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what assessment his Department has made of the adequacy of current processes to identify and protect historic military aircraft crash sites during major infrastructure developments, including electricity transmis
Answer: The Joint Casualty and Compassionate Centre (JCCC) works closely with other stakeholders, including the Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO), the Air Historical Branch (AHB) and local authorities to assess whether a licence should be issued according...
Answered 11 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordNuclear Power: ScotlandDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 29 May 2026AnsweredUIN 4528More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, when he will publish the results of Great British Energy - Nuclear’s study into potential sites for new nuclear development in Scotland.
Answer: In autumn 2025, Great British Energy - Nuclear (GBE-N) was commissioned by Department Ministers to assess Scotland’s potential for new nuclear power, including around areas that have previously hosted nuclear stations, such as Torness and Hunterston. Ther...
Answered 8 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordBeer: British Industrial Competitiveness SchemeDepartment for Business and TradeTabled 21 May 2026AnsweredUIN 3857More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what criteria were used to determine eligible activities under the British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme; and what assessment has he made of whether brewing should be recognised as an eligible acti
Answer: The British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme is targeted at sectors where it will have the greatest impact on growth, focusing on Industrial Strategy priority sectors, manufacturing activities that are mobile and exposed to international competition, and...
Answered 2 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordBeer: Energy Intensive IndustriesDepartment for Business and TradeTabled 21 May 2026AnsweredUIN 3856More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, whether the Government recognises brewing as an energy-intensive manufacturing activity for the purposes of accessing industrial electricity cost relief schemes.
Answer: The Government does not currently recognise brewing as an energy-intensive industry for the purposes of eligibility for the British Industry Supercharger. The Supercharger supports businesses by relieving them of certain electricity policy and network cos...
Answered 2 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordBeer: EnergyDepartment for Business and TradeTabled 21 May 2026AnsweredUIN 3855More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what assessment he has made of the potential merits of extending relief to brewers in recognition of their high energy costs.
Answer: The Government does not currently recognise brewing as an energy-intensive industry for the purposes of eligibility for the British Industry Supercharger. The Supercharger supports businesses by relieving them of certain electricity policy and network cos...
Answered 2 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordBeer: Energy Intensive IndustriesDepartment for Business and TradeTabled 21 May 2026AnsweredUIN 3854More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what assessment has he made of the potential impact of brewing not being recognised as an energy intensive activity and therefore not eligible for support under the British Industrial Competitiveness S
Answer: The British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme is targeted at sectors where it will have the greatest impact on growth, focusing on Industrial Strategy priority sectors, manufacturing activities that are mobile and exposed to international competition, and...
Answered 2 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordHeathrow AirportDepartment for TransportTabled 21 May 2026AnsweredUIN 3775More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what representations her Department has made to the Civil Aviation Authority to ensure its review of Heathrow's regulatory model addresses the existing model's impact on (a) Scottish passengers and (b) regional
Answer: The Government recognises Heathrow’s role as the UK’s primary hub airport in supporting connectivity between all parts of the UK and the rest of the world, including for passengers travelling from Scotland. The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) is the indepe...
Answered 4 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordHeathrow AirportDepartment for TransportTabled 21 May 2026AnsweredUIN 3774More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what assessment she has made of the impact of the cost of landing slots at Heathrow Airport on regional connectivity; and what steps her Department is taking to help ensure (a) regional connectivity and (b) tha
Answer: The allocation of airport slots, including at Heathrow, is carried out independently by Airport Coordination Limited (ACL). The Government does not determine the allocation of individual slots, or the commercial decisions airlines make about which routes ...
Answered 8 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordHeathrow AirportDepartment for TransportTabled 21 May 2026AnsweredUIN 3773More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what assessment her Department has made of the impact of Heathrow Airport’s passenger charges on the (a) affordability and (b) viability of regional connectivity for those travelling from (i) Scotland and (ii)
Answer: The Government supports regional air connectivity, including from Scotland and other parts of the UK, through a range of measures such as Public Service Obligations. However, the operation of individual air services, including those serving Heathrow, rema...
Answered 4 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordHeathrow AirportDepartment for TransportTabled 21 May 2026AnsweredUIN 3772More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what steps her Department is taking to monitor the risk of de-hubbing at Heathrow Airport and its potential consequences for the Scottish economy and international connectivity.
Answer: In January 2025, the government confirmed its support for a third runway at Heathrow, recognising Heathrow’s critical role as one of the world’s major hub airports, and in enabling international connectivity for both passengers and freight. The government...
Answered 8 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordHeathrow AirportDepartment for TransportTabled 21 May 2026AnsweredUIN 3771More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what assessment her Department has made of the impact of Heathrow Airport’s current regulatory model on (a) regional connectivity and (b) passengers traveling from (i) Scotland and (ii) other parts of the UK to
Answer: The Department’s assessment of the current regulatory framework is that it does not prevent domestic services being prioritised, including routes serving Scotland and other parts of the UK. The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) is independently responsible f...
Answered 8 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordOffshore Industry: Continental ShelfDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 13 May 2026AnsweredUIN 221More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, how many barrels of oil equivalent in oil and gas are estimated to be in the UK Continental Shelf that have not received any licence for development from the North Sea Transition Authority.
Answer: The most recent North Sea Transition Authority (NSTA) report was published in October 2025 and is available on the NSTA’s website.
Answered 20 May 2026
Original Parliament recordHospitality Industry: ClosuresDepartment for Business and TradeTabled 10 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 125057More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what assessment his Department has made of closure rates among small and independent hospitality businesses compared to larger chains; and what targeted support is available to those smaller operators.
Answer: The Department has not made a formal assessment of closure rates among “independent” hospitality businesses. Official statistics do not distinguish independent businesses from larger chains. However, ONS data provide context, showing that the number of pr...
Answered 20 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordHospitality Industry: ClosuresTreasuryTabled 10 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 125056More
Question: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what assessment her Department has made of the impact of employer National Insurance contributions on labour-intensive sectors such as hospitality.
Answer: The Government recognises the important role the hospitality sector plays both in terms of its economic contribution but also to our culture.A Tax Information and Impact Note (TIIN) was published alongside the introduction of the Bill containing the chang...
Answered 15 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordHospitality Industry: ClosuresDepartment for Business and TradeTabled 10 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 125055More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what assessment his Department has made of the economic impact of hospitality business closures on high streets and town centres, particularly in regions with above-average closure rates.
Answer: Hospitality businesses play a vital role in the economic health of high streets and town centres, supporting jobs, footfall and local supply chains.The Government monitors developments affecting businesses on the high street and is taking action to suppor...
Answered 20 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordHospitality Industry: ClosuresTreasuryTabled 10 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 125054More
Question: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what assessment her Department has made of the potential impact of current National Insurance costs on closure rates among hospitality businesses.
Answer: The Government recognises the important role the hospitality sector plays both in terms of its economic contribution but also to our culture.A Tax Information and Impact Note (TIIN) was published alongside the introduction of the Bill containing the chang...
Answered 15 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordHospitality Industry: ClosuresTreasuryTabled 10 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 125053More
Question: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what assessment her Department has made of the potential impact of current VAT rates on closure rates among hospitality businesses.
Answer: The Government recognises the significant contribution made by hospitality businesses to economic growth and social life in the UK. VAT is a broad-based tax on consumption, and the 20 per cent standard rate applies to most goods and services. The UK’s VAT...
Answered 20 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordHospitality Industry: ClosuresTreasuryTabled 10 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 125052More
Question: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what estimate her Department has made of the number of hospitality venues that have permanently closed in the current financial year; and what projections her Department has made for closures in the future financial
Answer: ONS data has shown that there were over 1,600 more hospitality business net openings in 2025 than in 2024. We continue to closely monitor the health of different sectors across the UK economy, including hospitality, and regularly engage with the hospitali...
Answered 20 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordDriving Tests: ScotlandDepartment for TransportTabled 25 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 123648More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, with reference to driving test waiting times in Scotland, a) what the current average waiting time is for car driving tests in Scotland; b) how many driving test centres in Scotland have an average waiting time
Answer: The average waiting time for a car practical driving test in Scotland in February 2026 was 22 weeks. The table below shows the average waiting time in February 2026 for a car practical driving test at driving test centres in Scotland. Driving test centreF...
Answered 17 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordOffice for Nuclear Regulation: FinanceDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 6 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 118543More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what funding his Department provides to the Office for Nuclear Regulation to support collaboration and increased alignment with international regulators.
Answer: The Department provides funding to the Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR) to support collaboration and increased alignment with international regulators, through engagement in international fora and directly with regulators in other countries. This activ...
Answered 16 Mar 2026
Original Parliament recordOffice for Nuclear Regulation: FinanceDepartment for Work and PensionsTabled 6 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 118542More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions what level of direct grant funding he provides to the Office for Nuclear Regulation.
Answer: DWP as the sponsoring body for the Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR), provided a £3.640m grant in 2024/25 to cover activities ONR are not permitted to recover from industry such as fire safety and aspects of transport regulation.
Answered 13 Mar 2026
Original Parliament recordPublic Sector Decarbonisation SchemeDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 9 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 111778More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what support is available from the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme for devolved Administrations and Scottish local authorities for low-carbon retrofit programmes.
Answer: The Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme (PSDS) provided grant funding to public sector organisations in England, and to bodies with reserved functions operating in the devolved administrations, to install heat decarbonisation and energy efficiency measur...
Answered 17 Feb 2026
Original Parliament recordHeat Networks: Public BuildingsDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 9 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 111777More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what recent estimate his Department has made of the carbon savings achieved by connecting buildings to district heating networks, such as the Mersey Heat network in Liverpool.
Answer: The Government's assessment of carbon emission savings associated with various policies is set out in its Carbon Budget Growth and Delivery Plan, most recently published in October 2025. The policies specifically associated with heat networks are estimate...
Answered 17 Feb 2026
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