Gregory Stafford MP: written questions
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Hospitals: InfluenzaDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 18 Nov 2025AnsweredUIN 92370More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what assessment his Department has made of the potential impact of the early flu season on corridor care, hospital capacity and patient outcomes.
Answer: We continue to monitor the impact of flu and the performance of hospitals over the winter months.The Department is continuing to take key steps to ensure the health service is prepared for the colder months. This includes taking actions to try and reduce ...
Answered 24 Nov 2025
Original Parliament recordHousing: ConstructionMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled 18 Nov 2025AnsweredUIN 92367More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what assessment he has made of the adequacy of guidance issued to local planning authorities on the increase in housing delivery targets through revisions to the National Plannin
Answer: The revised National Planning Policy Framework published on 12 December 2024 includes a new Standard Method for assessing housing needs that is aligned to our Plan for Change milestone of building 1.5 million new safe and decent homes in England by the en...
Answered 26 Nov 2025
Original Parliament recordTurkey: ChristianityForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 17 Nov 2025AnsweredUIN 91812More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what recent discussions she has had with her Turkish counterpart on the expulsion of Christian foreign workers under national security legislation.
Answer: Freedom of religion or belief is a priority for the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office and a fundamental right that we regularly discuss with our Turkish counterparts. We will continue to urge respect for religious freedoms, which are essential ...
Answered 25 Nov 2025
Original Parliament recordTaxation: Electronic GovernmentTreasuryTabled 13 Nov 2025AnsweredUIN 91003More
Question: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, whether the Government plans to provide (a) additional support (b) exemptions and (c) simplified alternatives for small businesses and landlords to comply with Making Tax Digital requirements without the need for sp
Answer: Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax will be introduced from April 2026 for sole traders and landlords with qualifying income over £50,000. It will be extended to those with income over £30,000 from April 2027 and for those with income over £20,000 in ...
Answered 19 Nov 2025
Original Parliament recordTaxation: Electronic GovernmentTreasuryTabled 13 Nov 2025AnsweredUIN 91002More
Question: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what assessment the Government has made of the (a) costs, (b) administrative burdens, (c) the risk of being forced to close and (d) other impacts as a result of Making Tax Digital for Income Tax on sole traders and
Answer: Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax will be introduced from April 2026 for sole traders and landlords with qualifying income over £50,000. It will be extended to those with income over £30,000 from April 2027 and for those with income over £20,000 in ...
Answered 19 Nov 2025
Original Parliament recordSelf-assessmentTreasuryTabled 13 Nov 2025AnsweredUIN 91001More
Question: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, if the Government will make an assessment of the potential merits of retaining the option for small low-income businesses and landlords to continue submitting an annual Self Assessment Tax Return on paper instead of
Answer: Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax will be introduced from April 2026 for sole traders and landlords with qualifying income over £50,000. It will be extended to those with income over £30,000 from April 2027 and for those with income over £20,000 in ...
Answered 19 Nov 2025
Original Parliament recordPublic Houses: Business RatesTreasuryTabled 12 Nov 2025AnsweredUIN 90577More
Question: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of a lower business rates multiplier for pubs on levels of investment.
Answer: The Government is creating a fairer business rates system that protects the high street, supports investment, and is fit for the 21st century.In April 2026, the Government will introduce permanently lower business rates multipliers for retail, hospitality...
Answered 21 Nov 2025
Original Parliament recordXinjiang: UyghursForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 10 Nov 2025AnsweredUIN 89336More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what recent discussions she has had with her international counterparts on the targeting of Uyghur Muslims in Xinjiang.
Answer: I refer the Hon. Member to the answer given to question 70115.
Answered 17 Nov 2025
Original Parliament recordSocialist Workers PartyHome OfficeTabled 10 Nov 2025AnsweredUIN 89274More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what assessment she has made of the compatibility of the Socialist Workers Party with the criteria for proscription.
Answer: To proscribe an organisation the Home Secretary must have a reasonable belief that it is currently concerned in terrorism, and it must be necessary and proportionate to do so. This means the organisation participates or commits; prepares for; promotes, en...
Answered 18 Nov 2025
Original Parliament recordCommunity Infrastructure Levy: WaverleyMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled 5 Nov 2025AnsweredUIN 88551More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of levels of Community Infrastructure Levy in the Borough of Waverley on the supply of new (a) residential and (b) commercial
Answer: My Department has made no such an assessment.
Answered 17 Nov 2025
Original Parliament recordFuels: Excise DutiesTreasuryTabled 31 Oct 2025AnsweredUIN 87200More
Question: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what plans her Department has to review the future of the fuel duty freeze.
Answer: At Autumn Budget 2024, the Government announced continued support for people and businesses by extending the temporary 5p fuel duty cut and cancelling the planned increase in line with inflation for 2025/26. The temporary 5p cut is scheduled to expire in ...
Answered 10 Nov 2025
Original Parliament recordFuels: Excise DutiesTreasuryTabled 31 Oct 2025AnsweredUIN 87199More
Question: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, if she will make an assessment of the potential impact on household costs in the event that the freeze on fuel duty is lifted in the November budget.
Answer: At Autumn Budget 2024, the Government announced continued support for people and businesses by extending the temporary 5p fuel duty cut and cancelling the planned increase in line with inflation for 2025/26. The temporary 5p cut is scheduled to expire in ...
Answered 10 Nov 2025
Original Parliament recordFinancial Services: CurriculumDepartment for EducationTabled 31 Oct 2025AnsweredUIN 87198More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, if she will take steps to ensure the Curriculum review includes a focus on practical financial skills.
Answer: The Curriculum and Assessment Review's final report was published on 5 November. As part of its focus on preparing learners for a changing world, the Review has recommended updating or strengthening five areas of applied knowledge: financial literacy, med...
Answered 10 Nov 2025
Original Parliament recordHousing: SalesMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled 31 Oct 2025AnsweredUIN 87197More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, if he will take steps to implement the same rules on (a) binding contracts and (b) upfront information in property transactions as are in place in Scotland.
Answer: On 6 October 2025, the government published two consultations outlining reform proposals to transform home buying and selling. They can be found on gov.uk here and here. The consultations include proposals to require sellers and estate agents to provide u...
Answered 7 Nov 2025
Original Parliament recordBank Services: InternetTreasuryTabled 30 Oct 2025AnsweredUIN 86974More
Question: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what assessment the Government has made of the effect on rural and elderly populations of increasing reliance on online banking.
Answer: The Government understands the importance of face-to-face banking to communities, high streets and rural areas and is committed to championing sufficient access, including for older and digitally excluded customers. This is why the Government is working c...
Answered 6 Nov 2025
Original Parliament recordBanks: ClosuresTreasuryTabled 30 Oct 2025AnsweredUIN 86973More
Question: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, whether the Government plans to require banks to maintain (a) Post Office facilities, (b) local banking hubs and (c) alternative physical banking services such when branches are closed.
Answer: The Government understands the importance of face-to-face banking to communities, high streets and rural areas and is committed to championing sufficient access, including for older and digitally excluded customers. This is why the Government is working c...
Answered 6 Nov 2025
Original Parliament recordLloyds Bank: ClosuresTreasuryTabled 30 Oct 2025AnsweredUIN 86972More
Question: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what measures are in place to protect older and non-digital customers from losing access to in-person banking following Lloyds Bank branch closures.
Answer: The Government understands the importance of face-to-face banking to communities, high streets and rural areas and is committed to championing sufficient access, including for older and digitally excluded customers. This is why the Government is working c...
Answered 6 Nov 2025
Original Parliament recordBanks: ClosuresTreasuryTabled 30 Oct 2025AnsweredUIN 86971More
Question: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what steps the Government is taking to ensure continued access to (a) cheque deposits and (b) other essential banking services for customers affected by branch closures.
Answer: The Government understands the importance of face-to-face banking to communities, high streets and rural areas and is committed to championing sufficient access, including for older and digitally excluded customers. This is why the Government is working c...
Answered 6 Nov 2025
Original Parliament recordLloyds Bank: ClosuresTreasuryTabled 30 Oct 2025AnsweredUIN 86970More
Question: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what discussions the Government has had with Lloyds Bank on (a) the closure of branches in (i) Haslemere, (ii) Petersfield, and (iii) Godalming and (b) the effect of those closures on local communities.
Answer: The Government understands the importance of face-to-face banking to communities, high streets and rural areas and is committed to championing sufficient access, including for older and digitally excluded customers. This is why the Government is working c...
Answered 6 Nov 2025
Original Parliament recordFinancial Services: EducationDepartment for EducationTabled 30 Oct 2025AnsweredUIN 86969More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, whether the ongoing Curriculum Review will include a focus on expanding or deepening the teaching of practical financial skills for pupils.
Answer: On 5 November, the independent Curriculum and Assessment Review published its final report which includes recommendations for a refreshed curriculum and assessment system in England. The government responded to this report. The response includes a commitm...
Answered 7 Nov 2025
Original Parliament recordFinancial Services: EducationDepartment for EducationTabled 30 Oct 2025AnsweredUIN 86968More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, whether the Government plans to strengthen the enforcement and delivery of financial education across all types of schools.
Answer: On 5 November, the independent Curriculum and Assessment Review published its final report which includes recommendations for a refreshed curriculum and assessment system in England. The government responded to this report. The response includes a commitm...
Answered 7 Nov 2025
Original Parliament recordSomalia: ChristianityForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 30 Oct 2025AnsweredUIN 86967More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what recent diplomatic steps she has taken with international counterparts to ensure the protection of Christian communities in Somalia.
Answer: I refer the Hon. Member to the answer given on 6 August to Question 68009.
Answered 6 Nov 2025
Original Parliament recordDebt CollectionTreasuryTabled 27 Oct 2025AnsweredUIN 85656More
Question: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, whether she has had discussions with the Financial Conduct Authority on improving guidance for debt purchasers on responding to disclosures of consumer vulnerability.
Answer: The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is responsible for the regulation of firms carrying out debt purchasing activities in respect to credit or consumer hire agreements. The FCA expects that these firms treat customers fairly, including those in vulnerab...
Answered 4 Nov 2025
Original Parliament recordCredit and Debt CollectionTreasuryTabled 27 Oct 2025AnsweredUIN 85655More
Question: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what assessment she has made of the adequacy of regulatory oversight of debt purchasing companies in ensuring that credit reference data is updated promptly following the completion of an Individual Voluntary Arrang
Answer: The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is responsible for the regulation of firms carrying out debt purchasing activities in respect to credit or consumer hire agreements. The FCA expects that these firms treat customers fairly, including those in vulnerab...
Answered 4 Nov 2025
Original Parliament recordCoronavirus: VaccinationDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 24 Oct 2025AnsweredUIN 85051More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, whether his Department has undertaken an equality impact assessment for the covid-19 autumn vaccination eligibility criteria for households containing clinically extremely vulnerable people.
Answer: The Government is committed to protecting those most vulnerable to COVID-19 through vaccination, as guided by the independent Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI).In line with JCVI advice, the autumn 2025 programme is focussed on targete...
Answered 4 Nov 2025
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