Edward Morello MP: written questions
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Fire PreventionMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled 28 Aug 2026AnsweredUIN 25124More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what assessment she has made of the level of need for the UK to increase its access to specialist firefighting aircraft for tackling large-scale wildfires.
Answer: Fire and rescue services have been responding to an exceptionally challenging period of wildfire activity, with multiple significant incidents being managed simultaneously across England and Wales.Fire and rescue services, working through Local Resilience...
Answered 8 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordFire PreventionMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled 28 Aug 2026AnsweredUIN 25123More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether she plans to provide additional funding to fire and rescue services for specialist wildfire personal protective equipment.
Answer: The Local Government Finance Settlement made available almost £1.95 billion in core spending power (CSP) for standalone fire and rescue authorities in England. We work closely with fire and rescue services to ensure they can prepare for and manage local r...
Answered 9 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordFire PreventionMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled 28 Aug 2026AnsweredUIN 25122More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what assessment her Department has made of the preparedness of fire and rescue services for an anticipated increase in wildfires and other extreme weather events.
Answer: Fire and rescue services have responded to an exceptionally challenging period of wildfire activity this summer, with multiple significant incidents being managed simultaneously across England and Wales, peaking in July and August. The Government continue...
Answered 8 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordCommunity Transport: Rural AreasDepartment for TransportTabled 28 Aug 2026AnsweredUIN 25121More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what assessment her Department has made of the potential impact of the £2 bus fare cap on the viability of community transport services in West Dorset.
Answer: Community transport operators may participate in the National Bus Fare Cap Scheme where they operate eligible services and choose to take part. Participating operators are eligible for reimbursement in respect of discounted journeys made under the scheme....
Answered 8 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordCommunity Transport: Rural AreasDepartment for TransportTabled 28 Aug 2026AnsweredUIN 25120More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what assessment his Department has made of the potential impact of the £2 bus fare cap on the viability of community transport services in rural areas.
Answer: Community transport operators may participate in the National Bus Fare Cap Scheme where they operate eligible services and choose to take part. Participating operators are eligible for reimbursement in respect of discounted journeys made under the scheme....
Answered 8 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordCommunity Transport: West DorsetDepartment for TransportTabled 28 Aug 2026AnsweredUIN 25119More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what assessment her Department has made of the financial pressures faced by community transport operators in West Dorset in meeting the £2 bus fare cap, and what additional support is available.
Answer: Community transport operators may participate in the National Bus Fare Cap Scheme where they operate eligible services and choose to take part. Participating operators are eligible for reimbursement in respect of discounted journeys made under the scheme....
Answered 8 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordCommunity Transport: West DorsetDepartment for TransportTabled 28 Aug 2026AnsweredUIN 25118More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what steps has her Department made to provide to support community transport operators in West Dorset in meeting the £2 bus fare cap.
Answer: Community transport operators may participate in the National Bus Fare Cap Scheme where they operate eligible services and choose to take part. Participating operators are eligible for reimbursement in respect of discounted journeys made under the scheme....
Answered 8 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordCommunity Transport: West DorsetDepartment for TransportTabled 28 Aug 2026AnsweredUIN 25117More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what assessment her Department has made of the potential impact of concessionary bus pass reimbursement rates on the viability of community transport services in West Dorset.
Answer: The Government recognises the important role that community transport services play in providing access to local services and opportunities, particularly in rural areas, including West Dorset.The English National Concessionary Travel Scheme (ENCTS) applie...
Answered 7 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordCommunity Transport: Rural AreasDepartment for TransportTabled 28 Aug 2026AnsweredUIN 25116More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what assessment her Department has made of the potential impact of concessionary bus pass reimbursement rates on the viability of community transport services in rural areas.
Answer: The Government recognises the important role that community transport services play in providing access to local services and opportunities, particularly in rural areas, including West Dorset.The English National Concessionary Travel Scheme (ENCTS) applie...
Answered 7 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordCommunity Transport: West DorsetDepartment for TransportTabled 28 Aug 2026AnsweredUIN 25115More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what assessment her Department has made of the potential impact of providing concessionary bus passes on community transport operators in West Dorset.
Answer: The English National Concessionary Travel Scheme (ENCTS) applies on eligible local bus services as defined in concessionary travel legislation. Certain community transport services may be eligible for the scheme where they meet the relevant statutory crit...
Answered 7 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordCommunity Transport: West DorsetDepartment for TransportTabled 28 Aug 2026AnsweredUIN 25114More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what funding her Department provides to support community transport operators in West Dorset in delivering concessionary bus travel.
Answer: This Government is investing in bus services long-term and has confirmed over £3 billion from 2026/27 to support local leaders and bus operators across the country to improve bus services for millions of passengers over the remainder of the Spending Revie...
Answered 7 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordMilitary Bases: West DorsetMinistry of DefenceTabled 28 Aug 2026AnsweredUIN 25113More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what steps his Department will take to ensure that Army Caretaker or their family in West Dorset are supported to avoid homelessness as a result of the Army Caretaker Review.
Answer: The Army Caretaker Review remains ongoing and no final decisions have been made. Consultation on the proposed implementation plan is taking place with the recognised trade unions. Affected employees have been informed of the proposal and indicative timeli...
Answered 7 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordMilitary Bases: West DorsetMinistry of DefenceTabled 28 Aug 2026AnsweredUIN 25112More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what redeployment opportunities will be offered to long-serving Army Caretakers in West Dorset, particularly those at the lower grades of the Civil Service.
Answer: The Army Caretaker Review remains ongoing and no final decisions have been made. Consultation on the proposed implementation plan is taking place with the recognised trade unions. Affected employees have been informed of the proposal and indicative timeli...
Answered 7 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordMilitary Bases: West DorsetMinistry of DefenceTabled 28 Aug 2026AnsweredUIN 25111More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what housing support, transitional arrangements or financial assistance will be available to Army Caretakers in West Dorset who are required to leave tied accommodation.
Answer: The Army Caretaker Review remains ongoing and no final decisions have been made. Consultation on the proposed implementation plan is taking place with the recognised trade unions. Affected employees have been informed of the proposal and indicative timeli...
Answered 7 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordArmed Forces: HousingMinistry of DefenceTabled 28 Aug 2026AnsweredUIN 25110More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, whether he will review the decision requiring Army Caretakers to vacate tied accommodation by 31 March 2027 when some employees may remain in paid service until 31 July 2027.
Answer: The Army Caretaker Review remains ongoing and no final decisions have been made. Consultation on the proposed implementation plan is taking place with the recognised trade unions. Affected employees have been informed of the proposal and indicative timeli...
Answered 7 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordCommunity TransportDepartment for TransportTabled 28 Aug 2026AnsweredUIN 25109More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what assessment she has made of the benefits of creating a publicly accessible register of community transport operators and community bus routes in England.
Answer: Community transport is primarily operated by charities. In England, Wales and Scotland, these organisations can run not-for-profit community services using Transport Act Section 19 and Section 22 permits, so they do not need a Public Service Vehicle Opera...
Answered 7 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordCommunity TransportDepartment for TransportTabled 28 Aug 2026AnsweredUIN 25108More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether she has considered establishing a national database of community transport bus routes and services in England.
Answer: Community transport is primarily operated by charities. In England, Wales and Scotland, these organisations can run not-for-profit community services using Transport Act Section 19 and Section 22 permits, so they do not need a Public Service Vehicle Opera...
Answered 7 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordBus Service Operators Grant: Community TransportDepartment for TransportTabled 28 Aug 2026AnsweredUIN 25107More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what assessment she has made of whether the current level of Bus Service Operators Grant funding for community transport operators is sufficient to meet demand in rural areas.
Answer: The Bus Service Operators Grant (BSOG) is demand led, and so if eligible community transport operators in rural areas submit claims, these claims, if approved, are paid by the Department. The department budgeted for £2.365m in 2024/25 and £3.8m in 2025/26...
Answered 8 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordBus Service Operators Grant: Community TransportDepartment for TransportTabled 28 Aug 2026AnsweredUIN 25106More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what proportion of the annual £3.8 million available through the Bus Service Operators Grant for community transport operators was allocated in the most recent financial year.
Answer: The Bus Service Operators Grant (BSOG) is demand led, and so if eligible community transport operators in rural areas submit claims, these claims, if approved, are paid by the Department. The department budgeted for £2.365m in 2024/25 and £3.8m in 2025/26...
Answered 8 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordBus Service Operators Grant: Community TransportDepartment for TransportTabled 28 Aug 2026AnsweredUIN 25105More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, how much funding from the Bus Service Operators Grant has been awarded to community transport operators serving West Dorset in each of the last five years.
Answer: The Bus Service Operators Grant (BSOG) is demand led, and so if eligible community transport operators in rural areas submit claims, these claims, if approved, are paid by the Department. The department budgeted for £2.365m in 2024/25 and £3.8m in 2025/26...
Answered 8 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordBus Service Operators Grant: Community TransportDepartment for TransportTabled 28 Aug 2026AnsweredUIN 25104More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, how much funding from the Bus Service Operators Grant has been awarded to community transport operators in England in each of the last five years.
Answer: The Bus Service Operators Grant (BSOG) is demand led, and so if eligible community transport operators in rural areas submit claims, these claims, if approved, are paid by the Department. The department budgeted for £2.365m in 2024/25 and £3.8m in 2025/26...
Answered 8 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordBarbecues: FiresDepartment for Environment, Food and Rural AffairsTabled 28 Aug 2026Awaiting answerUIN 25103More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what steps his Department is taking to raise public awareness of the fire risks associated with disposable barbecues.
Answer: No published answer in this record yet.
Original Parliament recordFire PreventionMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled 28 Aug 2026AnsweredUIN 25102More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what guidance has been issued to local authorities on reducing the risk of fires caused by disposable barbecues.
Answer: Fire and rescue services have been responding to an exceptionally challenging period of wildfire activity, with multiple significant incidents being managed simultaneously across England and Wales. Measures have been taken to reduce wildfire risk includin...
Answered 7 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordBarbecues: FiresDepartment for Environment, Food and Rural AffairsTabled 28 Aug 2026AnsweredUIN 25101More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, whether he has considered introducing restrictions on the sale or use of disposable barbecues during periods of high wildfire risk.
Answer: Retailers have already been informed that disposable barbecues must be removed from sale immediately. The temporary measure will remain under review but will stay in place while the heightened wildfire risk continues.
Answered 8 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordBarbecues: FiresDepartment for Environment, Food and Rural AffairsTabled 28 Aug 2026AnsweredUIN 25100More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of disposable barbecues on wildfire risk in West Dorset.
Answer: Retailers have already been informed that disposable barbecues must be removed from sale immediately. The temporary measure will remain under review but will stay in place while the heightened wildfire risk continues.
Answered 8 Sept 2026
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