Andrew Snowden MP: written questions
4 Jul 2025–3 Jul 2026
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Written questions
Ground RentMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled 29 Aug 2025AnsweredUIN 73504More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what estimate she has made of the number of leaseholders currently paying ground rents above £250 per year.
Answer: The government is committed to addressing unregulated and unaffordable ground rents and we will do this in legislation. We will set out further details on our detailed plans for existing ground rents in due course. Data on ground rents is collected as par...
Answered 15 Sept 2025
Original Parliament recordGround RentMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled 29 Aug 2025AnsweredUIN 73503More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what recent assessment she has made of the [potential impact of ground rents on the affordability of leasehold homes.
Answer: The government is committed to addressing unregulated and unaffordable ground rents and we will do this in legislation. We will set out further details on our detailed plans for existing ground rents in due course. Data on ground rents is collected as par...
Answered 15 Sept 2025
Original Parliament recordRented Housing: Energy Performance CertificatesMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled 29 Aug 2025AnsweredUIN 73502More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what recent estimate she has made of the number of properties currently being let in (i) Fylde constituency and (ii) Lancashire without a valid EPC.
Answer: The government published a consultation on reforms to the Energy Performance of Buildings regime via gov.uk here, which included an impact assessment containing assessment of EPC compliance. ONS analysis suggests around 60-80% of PRS dwellings in England ...
Answered 5 Sept 2025
Original Parliament recordPrivate Rented Housing: Energy Performance CertificatesMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled 29 Aug 2025AnsweredUIN 73501More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what recent assessment she has made of compliance with EPC regulations in the private rented sector.
Answer: The government published a consultation on reforms to the Energy Performance of Buildings regime via gov.uk here, which included an impact assessment containing assessment of EPC compliance. ONS analysis suggests around 60-80% of PRS dwellings in England ...
Answered 5 Sept 2025
Original Parliament recordSchools: HeatingDepartment for EducationTabled 29 Aug 2025AnsweredUIN 73500More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what recent assessment her Department has made of the (a) condition and (b) efficiency of radiator-based heating systems in schools.
Answer: Responsible bodies (the relevant local authority, academy trust or voluntary-aided body) are responsible for the condition and efficiency of heating systems in their schools.The department assesses the condition of the school estate through its Condition ...
Answered 3 Oct 2025
Original Parliament recordNHS: HeatingDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 29 Aug 2025AnsweredUIN 73499More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what estimate he has made of the number of NHS facilities using outdated radiator systems; and what plans he has to replace them with more efficient alternatives.
Answer: The Department has not made a specific assessment of the number of National Health Service facilities using outdated radiator systems. However, we continue to support efforts to modernise the secondary care estate and to address maintenance issues, includ...
Answered 9 Sept 2025
Original Parliament recordHousing: HeatingMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled 29 Aug 2025AnsweredUIN 73498More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what recent assessment she has made of the (a) quality and (b) efficiency of radiator systems installed in new-build homes.
Answer: Statutory guidance on the design of radiator systems in new-build homes is set out in Approved Document L Volume 1, which accompanies Part L (Conservation of Fuel and Power) of the Building Regulations. This is intended to ensure that radiator systems in ...
Answered 4 Sept 2025
Original Parliament recordHeating: HousingDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 29 Aug 2025AnsweredUIN 73497More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what steps he is taking to promote the replacement of inefficient radiator systems in homes.
Answer: The Government’s ‘Energy Efficiency Home’ campaign looks to inform consumers about actions they can take to improve the energy efficiency of their home. This includes smart energy tips for radiator systems; energy-efficient-home.campaign.gov.uk/smart-ener...
Answered 8 Sept 2025
Original Parliament recordHeating: HousingDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 29 Aug 2025AnsweredUIN 73496More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what assessment his Department has made of the energy efficiency of (a) standard domestic radiator systems, (b) under floor heating, (c) infrared panels and (d) other low-temperature heating
Answer: The energy efficiency of these products is covered within two ecodesign regulations, for ‘hydronic’ and ‘local’ space heating products. Work is ongoing to review the policy in respect of both regulations including assessing efficiency through market resea...
Answered 8 Sept 2025
Original Parliament recordHousing: WoodworkingMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled 29 Aug 2025AnsweredUIN 73495More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what estimate she has made of the level of demand for skilled carpenters in the housebuilding sector over the next five years.
Answer: I refer the hon. Member to the answer given to Question UIN 32067 on 3 March 2025.
Answered 15 Sept 2025
Original Parliament recordApprentices: WoodworkingDepartment for EducationTabled 29 Aug 2025AnsweredUIN 73494More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what steps her Department is taking to increase the number of young people taking up carpentry and joinery apprenticeships.
Answer: This government has a driving mission to break down barriers to opportunity.The rate of young people’s apprenticeship starts has fallen over the last decade and we want to re-balance the programme towards young people beginning their careers.As a first st...
Answered 12 Sept 2025
Original Parliament recordAirports: Fire PreventionDepartment for TransportTabled 29 Aug 2025AnsweredUIN 73367More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what discussions she has had with the Civil Aviation Authority on the adequacy of fire safety infrastructure at airports.
Answer: UK aviation operates in the private sector. It is therefore the responsibility of industry to ensure appropriate contingency plans are in place to ensure safety and minimise potential disruption. My officials will continue to regularly engage with the CAA...
Answered 8 Sept 2025
Original Parliament recordAirports: InfrastructureDepartment for TransportTabled 29 Aug 2025AnsweredUIN 73364More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether her Department has considered the potential merits of implementing mandatory infrastructure audits for airports to prevent service disruption due to (a) fires and (b) other infrastructure incidents.
Answer: UK aviation operates in the private sector. It is therefore the responsibility of industry to ensure appropriate contingency plans are in place to ensure safety and minimise potential disruption. My officials will continue to regularly engage with the CAA...
Answered 8 Sept 2025
Original Parliament recordManchester Airport: Air Traffic ControlDepartment for TransportTabled 29 Aug 2025AnsweredUIN 73363More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what discussions she has had with airlines operating from Manchester Airport on (a) the potential impact of European air traffic control delays on UK passengers and (b) steps to help mitigate these delays.
Answer: The UK is a member of EUROCONTROL, a Pan-European inter-governmental body, which is responsible for working with Member States and their Air Navigation Service Providers (ANSP’s) to ensure that the airspace across Europe is used efficiently. My department...
Answered 5 Sept 2025
Original Parliament recordAir Traffic Control: EU CountriesDepartment for TransportTabled 29 Aug 2025AnsweredUIN 73362More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether she has made representations to (a) Eurocontrol and (b) other relevant European bodies on the delays at UK airports caused by inadequate air traffic control (i) staffing levels and (ii) out-of-date syst
Answer: The UK is a member of EUROCONTROL, a Pan-European inter-governmental body, which is responsible for working with Member States and their Air Navigation Service Providers (ANSP’s) to ensure that the airspace across Europe is used efficiently. My department...
Answered 5 Sept 2025
Original Parliament recordAir Traffic Control: EU CountriesDepartment for TransportTabled 29 Aug 2025AnsweredUIN 73361More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what steps her Department is taking with her European counterparts to (a) improve air traffic control capacity and (b) reduce delays for UK travellers (i) during peak summer travel periods and (ii) at all times
Answer: The UK is a member of EUROCONTROL, a Pan-European inter-governmental body, which is responsible for working with Member States and their Air Navigation Service Providers (ANSP’s) to ensure that the airspace across Europe is used efficiently. My department...
Answered 5 Sept 2025
Original Parliament recordWar Widow(er)s Recognition PaymentMinistry of DefenceTabled 29 Aug 2025AnsweredUIN 73262More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, for what reason 15 October 2025 is the closing date for the War Widows Recognition Payment Scheme; and whether mechanisms exist for extending that deadline for exceptional cases.
Answer: An update titled "War Widows Urged to Claim Recognition Payment Before October 2025 Deadline" was published on 22 August 2025 on GOV.UK to raise awareness of the Scheme's closure to ensure those eligible have the opportunity to claim before the ...
Answered 9 Sept 2025
Original Parliament recordWar Widow(er)s Recognition PaymentMinistry of DefenceTabled 29 Aug 2025AnsweredUIN 73261More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, if his Department will publish a post-programme evaluation of the (a) uptake, (b) communication efficacy, (c) demographic reach and (d) lessons learned of the War Widows Recognition Payment Scheme within 12 month
Answer: An update titled "War Widows Urged to Claim Recognition Payment Before October 2025 Deadline" was published on 22 August 2025 on GOV.UK to raise awareness of the Scheme's closure to ensure those eligible have the opportunity to claim before the ...
Answered 9 Sept 2025
Original Parliament recordWar Widow(er)s Recognition PaymentMinistry of DefenceTabled 29 Aug 2025AnsweredUIN 73260More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what support mechanisms are in place to help (a) widows, (b) widowers and (c) civil partners complete applications for the War Widows Recognition Payment Scheme before 15 October 2025.
Answer: An update titled "War Widows Urged to Claim Recognition Payment Before October 2025 Deadline" was published on 22 August 2025 on GOV.UK to raise awareness of the Scheme's closure to ensure those eligible have the opportunity to claim before the ...
Answered 9 Sept 2025
Original Parliament recordWar Widow(er)s Recognition PaymentMinistry of DefenceTabled 29 Aug 2025AnsweredUIN 73259More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what steps he is taking to advertise the deadline for the closure of the War Widows Recognition Payment Scheme to eligible bereaved spouses.
Answer: An update titled "War Widows Urged to Claim Recognition Payment Before October 2025 Deadline" was published on 22 August 2025 on GOV.UK to raise awareness of the Scheme's closure to ensure those eligible have the opportunity to claim before the ...
Answered 9 Sept 2025
Original Parliament recordOverseas Students: Fees and ChargesDepartment for EducationTabled 29 Aug 2025AnsweredUIN 73258More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what discussions she has had with Cabinet colleagues on (a) the proposed international student fee levy and (b) its potential implications for (i) education, (ii) research, (iii) skills and (iv) regional econom
Answer: The immigration white paper sets out a series of measures that will achieve a reduction in net migration, while maintaining the UK’s globally competitive offer to international students and making a significant contribution to growth by boosting our skill...
Answered 12 Sept 2025
Original Parliament recordHealth Professions: TrainingDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 29 Aug 2025AnsweredUIN 73257More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what discussions he has had with the Secretary of State for Education on the ability of universities to deliver healthcare and medical training courses in the context of declining revenues.
Answer: The Department for Health and Social Care works closely with the Department for Education (DfE) on a wide range of matters, including healthcare education and training funding. Matters relating to the income of universities are the responsibility of DfE.L...
Answered 9 Sept 2025
Original Parliament recordOverseas Students: Fees and ChargesDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 29 Aug 2025AnsweredUIN 73256More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of a levy on international student fees on the higher education pipeline for NHS workforce training.
Answer: The Government’s ‘Restoring Control over the Immigration System’ white paper sets out a series of measures that will achieve a reduction in net migration, while maintaining the UK’s globally competitive offer to international students and making a signifi...
Answered 10 Sept 2025
Original Parliament recordOverseas Students: TaxationDepartment for EducationTabled 29 Aug 2025AnsweredUIN 73255More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, whether she has made an assessment of the potential impact of the proposed levy on international students on the UK’s attractiveness as an international education destination.
Answer: The immigration white paper sets out a series of measures that will achieve a reduction in net migration, while maintaining the UK’s globally competitive offer to international students and making a significant contribution to growth by boosting our skill...
Answered 12 Sept 2025
Original Parliament recordOverseas Students: Fees and ChargesDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 29 Aug 2025AnsweredUIN 73254More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of a levy on international student fees on UK university-led Research and Development capacity.
Answer: In the Immigration White Paper, the government committed to exploring a levy on international student fees. At this stage, no decisions have been taken on the size or implementation of any proposed levy by DfE. As such, DSIT has not made any formal assess...
Answered 16 Sept 2025
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