Catherine McKinnell MP: written questions 2026

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Written questions

Defence: Supply ChainsMinistry of DefenceTabled 2 Jul 2026AnsweredUIN 15330More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, how the Defence Investment Plan will support the reduction of supply chain delays in the defence sector, including by addressing supply chain delays to the Challenger programme.
Answer: The Defence Investment Plan (DIP) will help reduce supply chain delays by providing industry with greater certainty over future demand, enabling investment in skills, capacity and infrastructure. The DIP is supported by wider procurement reforms and suppl...
Answered 27 Aug 2026
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Armed Forces: HousingMinistry of DefenceTabled 2 Jul 2026AnsweredUIN 15329More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what percentage of a) new build and b) repaired old military homes, have been constructed using timber since the publication of the Defence Housing Strategy in December 2025, and whether his Department is conside
Answer: Since the publication of the Defence Housing Strategy in November 2025, the Department has not purchased any new build Service Family Accommodation (SFA) of timber frame construction. In relation to the repair or refurbishment of SFA, the Department is in...
Answered 9 Jul 2026
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Air Force: HelmetsMinistry of DefenceTabled 2 Jul 2026AnsweredUIN 15328More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what steps are being taken to address delays to the Aircrew Helmet programme, and how he will make sure his department's approach to the procurement aligns with the objectives of the Defence Investment Plan to pr
Answer: The procurement strategy for the Aircrew Helmet Programme will align with the objectives of the Defence Investment Plan in promoting British manufacturing, sovereign capability, and SME participation, whilst also ensuring that the required safety and capa...
Answered 9 Jul 2026
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Armed Forces: HousingMinistry of DefenceTabled 19 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 122132More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, whether his Department has considered the potential merits of using timber to a) build new and b) repair old military homes.
Answer: The Defence Housing Strategy published on 3 November 2025, sets out a vision for the future transformation of military homes through a record £9 billion investment over a decade. The Department is in the early stages of the renovation programme. As we loo...
Answered 24 Mar 2026
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Schools: Climate ChangeDepartment for EducationTabled 19 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 122131More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what steps her Department is taking to support schools to help tackle climate change.
Answer: The Education Estates Strategy sets out plans for an education estate that supports opportunity for all, with an education estate that is safe, suitable, sustainable and appropriately sufficiently sized. It is backed by a ten-year plan to deliver a decade...
Answered 31 Mar 2026
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Schools: BuildingsDepartment for EducationTabled 19 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 122101More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, whether her Department has considered the potential merits of using timber materials in a) constructing and b) maintaining school buildings.
Answer: The government recognises that timber offers a solution as a renewable, low-carbon resource. It offers potential to reduce emissions and create jobs, as set out in the Timber in Construction Roadmap: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/timber-in-co...
Answered 30 Mar 2026
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Obesity: Health ServicesDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 10 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 119272More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps his Department is taking to reduce waiting lists for NHS-funded weight loss programmes.
Answer: The National Health Service provides a range of weight management services, and we recognise that waiting times for some programmes can be long. NHS England is taking steps to improve access. Access to the NHS Digital Weight Management Programme is being ...
Answered 23 Mar 2026
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Clothing: Manufacturing IndustriesDepartment for Business and TradeTabled 5 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 118177More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what steps the Department are taking to help tackle abusive purchasing practices in the fashion industry.
Answer: The Office for Responsible Business Conduct promotes the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises on Responsible Business Conduct and provides a non-judicial grievance mechanism for complaints of non-observance by UK businesses. The government also l...
Answered 10 Mar 2026
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Clothing: Manufacturing IndustriesDepartment for Business and TradeTabled 5 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 118176More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, if her Department will make an assessment of the potential merits of fashion watchdog.
Answer: The Office for Responsible Business Conduct promotes the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises on Responsible Business Conduct and provides a non-judicial grievance mechanism for complaints of non-observance by UK businesses. The government also l...
Answered 10 Mar 2026
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Groceries Code Adjudicator: Agricultural Supply Chain AdjudicatorDepartment for Business and TradeTabled 5 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 118175More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, if his Department will make an assessment of the potential merits of expanding the scope of the independent Groceries Code Adjudicator to include the functions of the Agricultural Supply Chain Adjudica
Answer: The Government is undertaking the fourth statutory review into the effectiveness of the GCA, and covers the period from 31 March 2022 – 1 April 2025. The review sought input on the GCA’s effectiveness in enforcing the Code, its role alongside the Agricult...
Answered 10 Mar 2026
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Groceries Code AdjudicatorDepartment for Business and TradeTabled 5 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 118174More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what steps the Government is taking to expand the remit of the Groceries Code Adjudicator to tackle unfair trading practices in supply chains.
Answer: The Government is undertaking the fourth statutory review into the effectiveness of the GCA, and covers the period from 31 March 2022 - 1 April 2025. The review sought input on the GCA's effectiveness in enforcing the Code, its role alongside the Agricult...
Answered 10 Mar 2026
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