Andrew Rosindell MP: written questions 2026
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UK Trade with EUCabinet OfficeTabled 20 May 2026AnsweredUIN 3197More
Question: To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, what assessment he has made of the potential implications of dynamic alignment for parliamentary scrutiny of EU law.
Answer: The government has made a sovereign choice to align with EU rules where it is in our national interest, while sticking to the red lines set out in our manifesto. The new agreements on food and drink, emissions trading and electricity will reduce barriers ...
Answered 5 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordUK Trade with EUCabinet OfficeTabled 20 May 2026AnsweredUIN 3196More
Question: To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, what assessment he has made of the compatibility of dynamic alignment mechanisms with the European Union with the principle of parliamentary sovereignty.
Answer: The government has made a sovereign choice to align with EU rules where it is in our national interest, while sticking to the red lines set out in our manifesto. The new agreements on food and drink, emissions trading and electricity will reduce barriers ...
Answered 5 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordUK Trade with EUCabinet OfficeTabled 20 May 2026AnsweredUIN 3195More
Question: To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, whether it is his policy to seek dynamic alignment with EU rules in future agreements.
Answer: This government remains committed to reducing barriers to trade and cutting red-tape with our largest trading partner. There are clear areas where closer alignment with the EU can benefit UK businesses and growth, as demonstrated by our negotiations on a ...
Answered 3 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordUK Trade with EUCabinet OfficeTabled 20 May 2026AnsweredUIN 3194More
Question: To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, what assessment he has made of the implications of dynamic regulatory alignment with the EU for UK sovereignty.
Answer: The government has made a sovereign choice to align with EU rules where it is in our national interest, while sticking to the red lines set out in our manifesto. The new agreements on food and drink, emissions trading and electricity will reduce barriers ...
Answered 5 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordUK Relations with EUCabinet OfficeTabled 20 May 2026AnsweredUIN 3193More
Question: To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, what recent discussions he has had with EU counterparts on regulatory alignment in the context of UK–EU relations.
Answer: This government remains committed to reducing barriers to trade and cutting red-tape with our largest trading partner. There are clear areas where closer alignment with the EU can benefit UK businesses and growth, as demonstrated by our negotiations on a ...
Answered 3 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordTaiwan: USAForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 18 May 2026AnsweredUIN 1929More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, whether the Prime Minister has recently raised Taiwan’s security with the President of the United States.
Answer: UK ministers and officials discuss a wide range of issues with their US counterparts on a regular basis.The UK continues to believe that the Taiwan issue should be settled peacefully by the people on both sides of the Taiwan Strait through constructive di...
Answered 21 May 2026
Original Parliament recordChina: TaiwanMinistry of DefenceTabled 18 May 2026AnsweredUIN 1928More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what steps he is taking with allies to support deterrence and security in the Taiwan Strait.
Answer: Over one third of global maritime trade passes through the South China Sea. Consequently, all countries have a clear interest in peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait. The UK's position is consistent: that any cross-Strait issues must be settled peacef...
Answered 27 May 2026
Original Parliament recordTaiwan: Arms TradeForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 18 May 2026AnsweredUIN 1927More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what discussions she had with her US counterparts on the potential impact of arms sales to Taiwan on that country's security and autonomy prior to the recent US-China summit.
Answer: UK ministers and officials discuss a wide range of issues with their US counterparts on a regular basis.The UK continues to believe that the Taiwan issue should be settled peacefully by the people on both sides of the Taiwan Strait through constructive di...
Answered 21 May 2026
Original Parliament recordSyria: YazidisForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 18 May 2026AnsweredUIN 1926More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, with reference to the Written Statement of 29 April 2026 on Syria, HCWS1552, what recent discussions her Department has had with the Syrian Government, the Syrian Democratic
Answer: I refer the Hon Member to the answer provided in the House of Lords on 12 February in response to Question HL13863. In my meeting with President Al Sharaa and Foreign Minister Al Shaibani on 31 March, I pressed UK concerns on human rights and securing jus...
Answered 21 May 2026
Original Parliament recordImmigration Controls: EU CountriesHome OfficeTabled 18 May 2026AnsweredUIN 1925More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what representations she has made to the European Commission regarding the decision by some EU member states not to fully implement the EU Entry-Exit System, and the decision of France to proceed with
Answer: The Entry/Exit System (EES) is an EU scheme, and its implementation, including the use of flexibilities permitted by the relevant legislation on biometric collection, is a matter for the European Commission and participating EU member states.The UK govern...
Answered 28 May 2026
Original Parliament recordImmigration Controls: EU CountriesHome OfficeTabled 18 May 2026AnsweredUIN 1924More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, whether she has sought any derogation, exemption or alternative implementation arrangement in respect of EU Entry-Exit System checks at UK juxtaposed ports in order to maintain the efficient flow of t
Answer: The Entry/Exit System (EES) is an EU scheme, and its implementation, including the use of flexibilities permitted by the relevant legislation on biometric collection, is a matter for the European Commission and participating EU member states.The UK govern...
Answered 1 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordImmigration Controls: EU CountriesDepartment for TransportTabled 18 May 2026AnsweredUIN 1923More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what assessment she has made of the potential impact on juxtaposed ports and Kent traffic flows should flexible and proportionate implementation of the EU Entry-Exit System not be applied during the May half-te
Answer: The implementation of the EU’s Entry-Exit System at the juxtaposed portals is the responsibility of the French government and the UK government has worked closely with the border authorities to understand their rollout plans and resourcing.The Department ...
Answered 26 May 2026
Original Parliament recordImmigration Controls: EU CountriesHome OfficeTabled 18 May 2026AnsweredUIN 1922More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what representations she has made to the European Commission and the Government of France on the implementation of the EU Entry-Exit System checks at ports during the May half-term holiday period.
Answer: The Entry/Exit System (EES) is an EU scheme, and its implementation, including the use of flexibilities permitted by the relevant legislation on biometric collection, is a matter for the European Commission and participating EU member states.The UK govern...
Answered 28 May 2026
Original Parliament recordSmall Businesses: ClosuresDepartment for Business and TradeTabled 18 May 2026AnsweredUIN 1909More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what steps he has taken to prevent small to medium sized businesses ceasing to trade.
Answer: The government is committed to supporting all small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) through the Small Business Plan - the most comprehensive support package in a generation. The plan features the most significant legislative reforms in 25 years to tac...
Answered 26 May 2026
Original Parliament recordSmall Businesses: RomfordCabinet OfficeTabled 18 May 2026AnsweredUIN 1908More
Question: To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, how many small and medium sized businesses have ceased trading in a) England and b) the parliamentary constituency of Romford since 2024.
Answer: The information requested falls under the remit of the UK Statistics Authority.A response to the Hon gentleman’s Parliamentary Question of 18th May is attached.
Answered 8 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordNorth Sea OilScotland OfficeTabled 18 May 2026AnsweredUIN 1907More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland, what steps he has taken work with the Scottish Government in support of the North Sea oil industry.
Answer: Oil and gas will be part of our energy mix for decades to come. The UK Government is working closely with the Scottish Government to support the North Sea energy sector, focusing on safeguarding the skills of the workforce and driving investment in the re...
Answered 22 May 2026
Original Parliament recordCare HomesDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 18 May 2026AnsweredUIN 1906More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps he has taken to ensure the safety of residents in a) residential and b) nursing care homes.
Answer: Any form of abuse or neglect is unacceptable, and the safety of residents in residential and nursing care homes is of the utmost importance.Statutory guidance under the Care Act 2014 makes clear that local authorities must ensure the adult social care ser...
Answered 27 May 2026
Original Parliament recordCare HomesDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 18 May 2026AnsweredUIN 1905More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps he has taken to support a) residential and b) nursing care homes.
Answer: We are making additional funding available for adult social care to support the sector in making improvements. Local authorities can use this additional funding for a range of investments including increasing the fee rates they pay to providers of adult s...
Answered 27 May 2026
Original Parliament recordDevelopmental language disorderDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 18 May 2026AnsweredUIN 1904More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps he has taken to support the a) research into b) treatment of developmental language disorder.
Answer: The Department of Health and Social Care funds research through the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR), which supports clinical, public health, social care and global health research in partnership with the National Health Service, aca...
Answered 28 May 2026
Original Parliament recordSpecial Educational Needs: Developmental Language DisorderDepartment for EducationTabled 18 May 2026AnsweredUIN 1903More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what steps she has taken to support state school pupils with developmental language disorder.
Answer: We recognise the challenges that children and young people with speech, language and communication needs, including those with developmental language disorder (DLD). Our special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) reforms will ensure every child get...
Answered 5 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordNorth Sea OilTreasuryTabled 18 May 2026AnsweredUIN 1902More
Question: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what steps she has taken to support growth in the North Sea oil industry.
Answer: The government recognises the economic importance of the North Sea. Oil and gas production has played, and will continue to play, a role in the UK’s energy mix as we move to a lower carbon economy.Our North Sea Future Plan, published alongside the Budget,...
Answered 26 May 2026
Original Parliament recordSmall BusinessesDepartment for Business and TradeTabled 18 May 2026AnsweredUIN 1901More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what steps he has taken to encourage the growth of small and medium sized enterprises.
Answer: The government is committed to supporting all small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) through the Small Business Plan - the most comprehensive support package in a generation. The plan features the most significant legislative reforms in 25 years to tac...
Answered 26 May 2026
Original Parliament recordAviation: FuelsDepartment for TransportTabled 18 May 2026AnsweredUIN 1900More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether her Department has made contingency plans with the aviation industry for a shortage of aviation fuel.
Answer: The Secretary of State for Transport and departmental officials have engaged regularly with the aviation sector, including through fortnightly industry roundtables and bilateral discussions, to understand the potential impacts of disruption to jet fuel su...
Answered 27 May 2026
Original Parliament recordElectric Bicycles and Electric Scooters: RegulationDepartment for TransportTabled 18 May 2026AnsweredUIN 1899More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether his department intends to introduce further regulation of a) e-bicycles and b) e-scooters.
Answer: The rules concerning the use of e-bikes are set out in the Electrically Assisted Pedal Cycle Regulations 1983.The Government has committed to pursuing legislative reform for micromobility vehicles, which will include e-scooters, when Parliamentary time al...
Answered 21 May 2026
Original Parliament recordElectric Bicycles and Electric Scooters: SafetyDepartment for TransportTabled 18 May 2026AnsweredUIN 1898More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what steps he has taken to improve the safety of publicly accessible a) e-bicycles and b) e-scooters.
Answer: The rules concerning the use of e-bikes are set out in the Electrically Assisted Pedal Cycle Regulations 1983.The Government has committed to pursuing legislative reform for micromobility vehicles, which will include e-scooters, when Parliamentary time al...
Answered 21 May 2026
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