Christine Jardine MP: written questions
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Written questions
Iran: Baha'i FaithForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 9 Sept 2026AnsweredUIN 28381More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what steps has he taken to raise the plight of the Bahai community in Iran.
Answer: We condemn Iran's historic and current repression of Baha'is in the strongest terms. On 28 April 2026, the UK Special Envoy for Freedom of Religion or Belief, David Smith MP, highlighted via X abhorrent reports that Baha'is had been subject to torture and...
Answered 17 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordPaternity Leave: Self-employedDepartment for Business, Innovation, Science and TradeTabled 4 Sept 2026AnsweredUIN 27380More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade, what consideration has made of improving paternity leave entitlement for self employed fathers.
Answer: I thank the Honourable Member for campaigning on behalf of new parents.The current parental leave and pay system was designed around employee-employer relationships, as employee parents have less flexibility over how and when they work. This may leave sel...
Answered 11 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordGambling: AdvertisingDepartment for Digital, Culture, Media and SportTabled 1 Sept 2026AnsweredUIN 26087More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport, what steps she has taken to review levels of gambling advertising.
Answer: The Government is clear that all policy and regulatory decisions related to gambling advertising must be made by considering a wide range of impartial, accurate and up-to-date research. We will always consider a wide range of evidence, including on the vo...
Answered 8 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordFishing Catches: Territorial WatersDepartment for Environment, Food and Rural AffairsTabled 1 Sept 2026AnsweredUIN 26086More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what consideration has she given to the potential merits of introducing a government wide strategy to reduce overfishing in UK waters.
Answer: The Government is committed to maintaining or restoring fish stocks to sustainable levels whilst supporting the long-term viability of the UK fishing industry. The Government's approach to reducing the risk of overfishing is set out through the Fisheries ...
Answered 8 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordAnimal Welfare: CharitiesDepartment for Environment, Food and Rural AffairsTabled 1 Sept 2026AnsweredUIN 26085More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what support or emergency grant funding her Department provides to animal welfare charities and rescue shelters experiencing high surrender rates of pets.
Answer: Defra meets with stakeholders regularly to understand issues and trends that are affecting the companion animal sector, including the impact of the rise in the cost of living on pet keepers and welfare organisations. This Government does not provide grant...
Answered 9 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordSunscreens: VATTreasuryTabled 28 Aug 2026AnsweredUIN 21356More
Question: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what consideration he has given to the potential merits of removing VAT on sunscreen.
Answer: VAT rules allow drugs and medications that are dispensed by a registered pharmacist against a prescription issued by a qualifying health professional to be zero rated for VAT. High-factor sunscreen is already on the NHS prescription list for certain condi...
Answered 7 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordSyria: Politics and GovernmentForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 28 Aug 2026AnsweredUIN 21355More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what steps is the UK taking to help the Syrian Government develop governance and security structures which reflect the religious and ethnic makeup of that country.
Answer: I refer the Rt Hon Member to the answer provided by the former Minister for the Middle East on 4 June in response to Question 5915.
Answered 10 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordSudan: Humanitarian AidForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 28 Aug 2026AnsweredUIN 21354More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what steps his Department is taking to support humanitarian access into Sudan to provide aid for civilians.
Answer: The UK has worked ceaselessly since the conflict broke out to push for a ceasefire, prevent atrocities, and this year will spend £146 million on humanitarian aid, making us the third largest bilateral donor.As UN Security Council (UNSC) penholder for Suda...
Answered 8 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordSudan: CeasefiresForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 28 Aug 2026AnsweredUIN 21353More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what steps his Department is taking to work toward a ceasefire in Sudan.
Answer: The UK has worked ceaselessly since the conflict broke out to push for a ceasefire, prevent atrocities, and this year will spend £146 million on humanitarian aid, making us the third largest bilateral donor.As UN Security Council (UNSC) penholder for Suda...
Answered 8 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordTaxation: Electronic GovernmentTreasuryTabled 28 Aug 2026AnsweredUIN 21352More
Question: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what consideration has the Government made of providing free software for low income self employed people to assist with compliance as part of the roll out of Making Tax Digital.
Answer: The government has worked closely with the software industry to ensure the availability of a broad range of MTD-compatible products to suit different needs and budgets. This includes free products supporting those with the simplest affairs, low-cost bridg...
Answered 8 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordInternational Cooperation: Undocumented MigrantsForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 28 Aug 2026AnsweredUIN 21351More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what recent discussions he has had his international counterparts, including China's, on preventing smuggling gangs accessing small engine supplies.
Answer: In his recent meeting with Foreign Minister Wang Yi, the Foreign Secretary discussed a range of global issues. Under the Border Security agreement signed between the UK and China, our law enforcement agencies are working with Chinese authorities to preven...
Answered 8 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordUndocumented Migrants: Manufacturing IndustriesHome OfficeTabled 28 Aug 2026AnsweredUIN 21350More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what assessment she has made of the role of small engine supplies on the number of small boat crossings in the English Channel.
Answer: The creation of the Border Security Command (BSC) in 2024 brought together the UK's response to organised immigration crime, strengthening coordination across law enforcement, intelligence and international partners to tackle the criminal networks facilit...
Answered 8 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordSolar Power: RecyclingDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 28 Aug 2026AnsweredUIN 21349More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what consideration she has given to piloting solar PV reuse schemes.
Answer: This is not something the government has given consideration, although we are aware markets exist for second hand solar PV in the UK and that countries such as Australia are piloting recycling schemes. Legislation is in place to control the disposal of so...
Answered 8 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordSolar Power: Smart Export GuaranteeDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 28 Aug 2026AnsweredUIN 21348More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what steps she is taking to allow greater flexibility within Smart Export Guarantee (SEG) eligibility where solar installations can demonstrate safety and compliance, even if they fall outsid
Answer: The eligibility criteria for the Smart Export Guarantee (SEG) are set out in legislation. These require installations and installers to be certified under the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) or a scheme accredited as equivalent. The Government ...
Answered 8 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordSolar Power: RecyclingDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 28 Aug 2026AnsweredUIN 21347More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what assessment she has made of the potential merits of establishing a recognised second-life certification pathway for solar PV.
Answer: This is not something we have made an assessment of, although note it would support the transition to a circular economy. We note that solar panels are nontoxic, with around 85% of their materials being suitable for recycling. Legislation is in place to c...
Answered 8 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordStudents: LoansDepartment for EducationTabled 28 Aug 2026Awaiting answerUIN 21346More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what assessment she has made of the adequacy of Plan 2 student loan interest rates, particularly for graduates from less advantaged backgrounds; and whether she is considering further reforms.
Answer: No published answer in this record yet.
Original Parliament recordSchools: AntisemitismDepartment for EducationTabled 28 Aug 2026AnsweredUIN 21345More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what assessment she has made of the potential merits of making education on antisemitism mandatory in schools.
Answer: There is no place for antisemitism in our society.There are opportunities in school to learn about contemporary antisemitism in lessons such as citizenship. It is also covered in a historical context as part of Holocaust education, which is an important m...
Answered 7 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordArtificial Intelligence: Intellectual PropertyDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 1 Jul 2026AnsweredUIN 14918More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what steps her Department is taking to help protect intellectual property rights in the training of AI models.
Answer: The government recognises the importance of protecting intellectual property rights for creators and rightsholders. It published a report and impact assessment on AI and copyright on 18 March outlining the steps it is taking on the use of copyright works ...
Answered 10 Jul 2026
Original Parliament recordCentral Asia: Religious FreedomForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 1 Jul 2026AnsweredUIN 14917More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what steps she is taking to ensure that Freedom of Religion and Belief is integrated into UK aid programmes that promote gender equality, the rights of disabled people and as
Answer: The UK recognises that women and girls from religious or belief minority communities can suffer disproportionally because of both their gender and faith- as addressed, for example, in the answer provided on 24 June in response to Question 9814 on the trea...
Answered 7 Jul 2026
Original Parliament recordReligious FreedomForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 1 Jul 2026AnsweredUIN 14916More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what steps her Department is taking to prioritise issues concerning freedom of religion or belief in future Human Rights and Democracy Reports.
Answer: The UK recognises that women and girls from religious or belief minority communities can suffer disproportionally because of both their gender and faith- as addressed, for example, in the answer provided on 24 June in response to Question 9814 on the trea...
Answered 7 Jul 2026
Original Parliament recordAnimal ExperimentsDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 1 Jul 2026AnsweredUIN 14915More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what assessment she has made of the potential merits of setting annual targets for reducing the number of instances of animal testing.
Answer: The Government has considered the importance of measuring progress in reducing reliance on animals in science. However, it is not yet possible to replace all animal use due to the complexity of biological systems and ongoing regulatory requirements. Any r...
Answered 10 Jul 2026
Original Parliament recordAnimal ExperimentsDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 1 Jul 2026AnsweredUIN 14914More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, when she plans to set out a timetable for phasing out animal testing where alternatives are viable.
Answer: The Government’s Replacing Animals in Science strategy sets out a long-term, science-led approach to reducing reliance on animal testing. Where validated alternatives are available, existing legislation already requires them to be used in place of animals...
Answered 10 Jul 2026
Original Parliament recordAnimal ExperimentsDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 1 Jul 2026AnsweredUIN 14913More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what steps she is taking to reduce duplication in animal testing.
Answer: The Government is taking several steps to avoid unnecessary duplication in animal testing. Under the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986, applicants must demonstrate that they have considered existing evidence and alternative approaches before animal...
Answered 10 Jul 2026
Original Parliament recordEmployment: ICTDepartment for Work and PensionsTabled 8 Jun 2026AnsweredUIN 7517More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what steps the Government is taking to promote youth employment in the IT sector.
Answer: With over one million young people not in education, employment and training, this Government will not leave an entire generation of young people behind. The Government is investing an additional £2.5 billion over the next three years into the Youth Guara...
Answered 22 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordGovernment Departments: ICTCabinet OfficeTabled 8 Jun 2026AnsweredUIN 7516More
Question: To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, what proportion of Government IT contracts have been granted to companies predominantly based outside the UK since 2024.
Answer: This Government is committed to supporting British industries and making best use of our procurement and spending power to drive economic growth across the United Kingdom. The vast majority of Government contracts are awarded to UK firms and those with a ...
Answered 17 Jun 2026
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