Helen Maguire MP: written questions 2025
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ExhumationMinistry of JusticeTabled 11 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 99425More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, if he will place a moratorium on the granting of exhumation licences for former asylum cemeteries, including Horton Cemetery, until a review of historic and cultural importance has been undertaken.
Answer: The Government recognises the sensitivities surrounding burial grounds linked to former psychiatric institutions, including Horton Cemetery, and is committed to upholding the dignity of these sites and the memory of those interred within them.All applicat...
Answered 17 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordCemeteriesMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled 11 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 99424More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what steps his Department is taking to protect historic pauper burial sites from (a) private development and (b) inappropriate land use.
Answer: Burial grounds can be considered as open space, which is defined in the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) as all open space of public value. There are strong safeguards set out in the NPPF to ensure the continued protection of existing open space....
Answered 5 Jan 2026
Original Parliament recordHorticultureDepartment for Environment, Food and Rural AffairsTabled 11 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 99400More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, if she will have discussions with the horticultural sector to embed green space delivery in the Environmental Improvement Plan.
Answer: The Government recognises the importance of the environmental horticulture sector in promoting people’s health and wellbeing, and its potential contribution to our environmental goals. I have met with stakeholders including the Royal Horticultural Society...
Answered 8 Jan 2026
Original Parliament recordArmed Conflict: CiviliansMinistry of DefenceTabled 10 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 99039More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the Answer of 25 November 2025 to Question 91776, and with reference to the UK’s commitments as a signatory of the Political Declaration on strengthening the protection of civilians from the humanitar
Answer: The UK has robust targeting policies, practices and processes to ensure that all military operations are conducted in full compliance with our legal obligations and in a manner that reflects the UK’s clear commitment to the protection of civilians. UK for...
Answered 23 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordArmed Conflict: CiviliansMinistry of DefenceTabled 10 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 99038More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the Answer of 2 December 2025 to Question 93101, what recent assessment his Department has made of its ability to mitigate and respond to civilian harm during future military operations, including in
Answer: A recent external review has confirmed that the Ministry of Defence's approach to mitigate and respond to civilian harm is effective in the current operating environment and fully compliant with International Humanitarian Law. Whilst impossible to predict...
Answered 18 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordSexual Offences: Criminal ProceedingsMinistry of JusticeTabled 9 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 98679More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, what assessment he has made of the potential merits of implementing a whole-system criminal justice strategy for rape and sexual abuse.
Answer: The Ministry of Justice is committed to a high standard, whole system approach to cases of rape and sexual abuse. This is supported by the expertise of our Independent Advisor on the Criminal Justice Response to Sexual Violence.We will soon be publishing ...
Answered 15 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordSexual Offences: Criminal ProceedingsMinistry of JusticeTabled 9 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 98678More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, what assessment he has made of the potential merits of making case conferences before trial mandatory for victims and survivors of sexual abuse.
Answer: Victims and witnesses in sexual offence cases can request in advance of trial to observe proceedings remotely once they have given evidence. Courts will make every effort to accommodate these requests, which may include re-listing the trial in a courtroom...
Answered 15 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordSexual Offences: Criminal ProceedingsMinistry of JusticeTabled 9 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 98676More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, if he will take steps to enable victims and survivors of sexual abuse to observe their trial without sitting in the public gallery.
Answer: Victims and witnesses in sexual offence cases can request in advance of trial to observe proceedings remotely once they have given evidence. Courts will make every effort to accommodate these requests, which may include re-listing the trial in a courtroom...
Answered 15 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordSexual Offences: ProsecutionsMinistry of JusticeTabled 9 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 98675More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, if he will extend Operation Soteria into the Crown Court.
Answer: Operation Soteria transformed how the police and the Crown Prosecution Service work together to investigate rape cases, promoting partnership working and ensuring a focus on the suspect’s behaviour and evidence, not the victim’s lifestyle, their choices o...
Answered 15 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordSexual Offences: ProsecutionsMinistry of JusticeTabled 8 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 98087More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, if he will introduce the prioritisation of cases involving rape and sexual offences in the court lists.
Answer: Decisions on listing are a matter for the independent judiciary, which already prioritises cases involving vulnerable complainants and witnesses, including those relating to sexual offences. These cases are listed at the earliest opportunity.The record al...
Answered 22 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordEnergy: PricesDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 8 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 98086More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what assessment his Department has made of the impact of the ending of funding for the Energy Company Obligation scheme in March 2026 on energy bills.
Answer: To bring energy bills down for all, the decision has been made not to continue the Energy Company Obligation and associated Great British Insulation Scheme when they end next year. This will save on average £60 on energy bills per household. Combined with...
Answered 16 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordBatteries: Manufacturing IndustriesDepartment for Business and TradeTabled 8 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 98085More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, if he will make an assessment of the potential merits of establishing a programme to subsidise domestic electric battery manufacturing.
Answer: The battery sector currently employs 10,500 people across the UK and is one of the frontier industries highlighted in our Advanced Manufacturing Sector Plan.The Government recently made the UK's largest single commitment to battery R&D and commerciali...
Answered 11 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordArmed Forces: Mental HealthMinistry of DefenceTabled 8 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 98084More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what steps he is taking to help prevent armed forces personnel from developing mental and behavioural disorders.
Answer: The Ministry of Defence (MOD) encourages personnel to consider their mental fitness as equally as important as their physical fitness promoting good mental resilience and mitigating the negative impacts of potential traumatic experiences. The Department e...
Answered 16 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordArmed Forces: Mental HealthMinistry of DefenceTabled 8 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 98083More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what steps he is taking to support armed forces personnel who are unable to be deployed due to mental and behavioural disorders.
Answer: The Ministry of Defence (MOD) encourages personnel to consider their mental fitness as equally as important as their physical fitness promoting good mental resilience and mitigating the negative impacts of potential traumatic experiences. The Department e...
Answered 16 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordArmed Forces: Musculoskeletal DisordersMinistry of DefenceTabled 8 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 98082More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what steps he is taking to prevent armed forces personnel from developing musculoskeletal disorders and injuries.
Answer: There are a range of programmes available, with specifically tailored support provided to personnel at increased risk of MSKI. Commanding Officers are also provided with specific guidance and education to reduce the occurrence of MSKI. Innovative solution...
Answered 16 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordArmed Forces: Musculoskeletal DisordersMinistry of DefenceTabled 8 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 98081More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what steps he is taking to support armed forces personnel who are unable to be deployed due to musculoskeletal disorders and injuries.
Answer: There are a range of programmes available, with specifically tailored support provided to personnel at increased risk of MSKI. Commanding Officers are also provided with specific guidance and education to reduce the occurrence of MSKI. Innovative solution...
Answered 16 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordArmed Forces: BereavementMinistry of DefenceTabled 8 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 98080More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, if he will meet with representatives from Beyond the Wire and members of the bereaved Armed Forces community to discuss the adequacy of support for the armed forces bereaved.
Answer: Defence officials will be meeting with the CEO of Beyond the Wire on 17 December. Additionally, they have been invited to join the Defence Bereaved Families Group (DBFG), which I believe to be the best mechanism to engage with all the stakeholders that ha...
Answered 16 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordArmed Forces: BereavementMinistry of DefenceTabled 8 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 98079More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what steps he is taking to support the armed forces bereaved community.
Answer: The Ministry of Defence (MOD) recognises the extraordinary commitment and sacrifices that Service families make to our country and, in particular, of those who are bereaved. We take a holistic multi-agency approach to supporting the bereaved community wit...
Answered 16 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordFemale Genital MutilationForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 8 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 98077More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what steps her Department plans to take to help support women and girls affected by female genital mutilation after the conclusion of The Girl Generation-Africa-Led Movement
Answer: The UK is committed to championing the rights of women and girls worldwide, including working with local partners to tackle the scourge of female genital mutilation (FGM), forced marriage and other coercive practices. As well as investing up to £35.5 mill...
Answered 16 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordFemale Genital MutilationForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 8 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 98076More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what diplomatic steps she is taking to end female genital mutilation.
Answer: The UK is committed to championing the rights of women and girls worldwide, including working with local partners to tackle the scourge of female genital mutilation (FGM), forced marriage and other coercive practices. As well as investing up to £35.5 mill...
Answered 16 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordEnergy Company ObligationDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 8 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 98075More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what assessment his Department has made of the potential impact of ending funding for the Energy Company Obligation scheme in March 2026 on small and medium-sized businesses.
Answer: The government recognises that the closure of the supplier obligation schemes will present challenges for companies in the supply chain and is committed to supporting businesses to transition to new opportunities for delivering clean heat and energy effic...
Answered 16 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordEnergy Company ObligationDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 8 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 98074More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what plans he has to support SMEs that rely on the Energy Company Obligation scheme for predictable work after March 2026.
Answer: We have committed £1.5 billion in new grant funding to help low-income households with upgrades, taking total investment under the Warm Homes Plan to almost £15 billion. UK clean energy and related supply chain jobs are projected to rise from around 440,0...
Answered 16 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordWeather: HealthDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 8 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 98073More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, whether he has had discussions with the Secretary of State for Energy, Security and Net Zero on the potential impact of changes to funding for the Energy Company Obligation scheme in March 2026 on
Answer: Ministers and officials from the Department of Health and Social Care and the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero engage regularly on policy issues of interest to both departments. We will continue working together to ensure that cold-related heal...
Answered 19 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordInfluenza: Health ServicesDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 8 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 98072More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps his Department is taking to support the NHS to manage the number of patients requiring hospital care for flu.
Answer: We continue to monitor the impact of winter pressures on the National Health Service over the winter months, providing additional support as needed.The Department is continuing to take key steps to ensure the health service is prepared throughout the cold...
Answered 16 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordFemale Genital Mutilation: Medical TreatmentsDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 8 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 98071More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what data his Department holds on the number of people who were treated following female genital mutilation in the (a) 2022–23, (b) 2023-24 and (c) 2024-25 financial years.
Answer: There are a range of services available to support women affected by female genital mutilation (FGM) including treatment, counselling, and further referrals to urology and gynaecology, depending on clinical need.Data published in the FGM Enhanced Dataset ...
Answered 22 Jan 2026
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