Elaine Stewart MP: written questions

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Written questions

Renewable Energy: ScotlandDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 8 Sept 2026AnsweredUIN 28252More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what estimate she has made of the potential for Pumped Storage Hydro in ensuring grid stability and reducing constraint payments in respect of renewable energy generated in the south and sout
Answer: Long duration electricity storage (LDES) allows excess renewable generation to be stored and then used at peak times, helping to maximise the use of low-cost homegrown energy and reduce reliance on expensive global gas markets. New LDES will be built for ...
Answered 16 Sept 2026
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Renewable Energy: ScotlandDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 8 Sept 2026AnsweredUIN 28251More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what assessment she has made of the geographical location of the Long Duration Energy Storage projects on Ofgem's ‘minded-to’ decisions list for cap & floor support in the context of the conc
Answer: Long duration electricity storage (LDES) allows excess renewable generation to be stored and then used at peak times, helping to maximise the use of low-cost homegrown energy and reduce reliance on expensive global gas markets. New LDES will be built for ...
Answered 16 Sept 2026
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Children: PovertyScotland OfficeTabled 6 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 907176More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland, what steps he is taking with Cabinet colleagues to help tackle child poverty in Scotland.
Answer: Poverty scars the lives and life chances of our children. Tackling child poverty is at the heart of this government’s mission to break down barriers to opportunity and give every child the very best start in life. In December, we set out our ambitious and...
Answered 14 Jan 2026
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Typhoon AircraftMinistry of DefenceTabled 9 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 906901More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what steps he is taking to support Typhoon production.
Answer: Defence is an engine for growth, as demonstrated by the recent deal this Government signed with Türkiye for 20 Eurofighter Typhoons, worth £8 billion to the UK economy and supporting a key NATO ally. This deal secures thousands of skilled jobs for the UK,...
Answered 15 Dec 2025
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Eskdalemuir Seismological Array: Wind PowerDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 16 Jul 2025AnsweredUIN 68555More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, how much of the onshore wind pipeline in the Eskdalemuir consultation zone his Department plans to see unlocked in the forthcoming solution to onshore wind development around the Seismic Arra
Answer: The interference that onshore wind turbines can cause to seismological monitoring stations was a priority area of focus for the Onshore Wind Industry Taskforce. In the recent Onshore Wind Taskforce Strategy my Department committed to working with Scottish...
Answered 25 Jul 2025
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Eskdalemuir Seismological Array: Wind PowerDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 16 Jul 2025AnsweredUIN 68522More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what discussions he has had with Cabinet colleagues on the potential impact of the exclusion zone on the development of wind farms around the Eskdalemuir Seismic Array.
Answer: The interference that onshore wind turbines can cause to seismological monitoring stations was a priority area of focus for the Onshore Wind Industry Taskforce. In the recent Onshore Wind Taskforce Strategy my Department committed to working with Scottish...
Answered 25 Jul 2025
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Football: ScotlandScotland OfficeTabled 8 Apr 2025AnsweredUIN 903749More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland, what steps he is taking with Cabinet colleagues to support grassroots football in Scotland.
Answer: Grassroots sports are the backbone of Scottish communities, and that is why we are investing a further £8.6 million this year in sports facilities across Scotland. Through this scheme, almost 100 facilities across Scotland, including in our island and rur...
Answered 23 Apr 2025
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EqualityWomen and EqualitiesTabled 13 Mar 2025AnsweredUIN 903272More
Question: To ask the Minister for Women and Equalities, what steps she is taking with Cabinet colleagues to promote equality as part of the Government mission entitled Break Down Barriers to Opportunity.
Answer: Through the Opportunity Mission, we’re creating a fairer Britain, giving every child the best start in life and building the skills to drive economic growth and open up opportunities for all. We’re already making progress to ensure where you're from doesn...
Answered 19 Mar 2025
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