Helen Maguire MP: written questions 2026
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Animal ExperimentsDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 18 May 2026AnsweredUIN 2629More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what plans her Department has to secure long-term investment for (a) a UK Centre for the Validation of Alternative Methods, (b) the pre-clinical translational models hub and (d) the Rep
Answer: The Government has announced £75m of funding to accelerate alternatives and innovation, with new capabilities being developed across the UK. This funding will help bring forward advanced testing methods that can save lives and support a faster, science‑le...
Answered 26 May 2026
Original Parliament recordAnimal ExperimentsDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 18 May 2026AnsweredUIN 2627More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, how her Department plans to track progress on phasing out animal testing through the Replacing Animals in Science strategy.
Answer: A publicly available dashboard of progress against the strategy’s key deliverables and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for the delivery of the Replacing Animals in Science Strategy will be published later in 2026. Any work to phase out animal testing mu...
Answered 26 May 2026
Original Parliament recordPsychiatry: DramaDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 18 May 2026AnsweredUIN 2625More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, whether his Department has assessed the potential merits of including dramatherapy in the Neighbourhood Health Model Framework.
Answer: The Department has not made such a specific assessment. The Neighbourhood Health Framework sets out the overall approach to delivering more joined up, personalised and preventative care closer to people’s homes, with services designed to meet local popula...
Answered 1 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordAllied Health ProfessionsDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 18 May 2026AnsweredUIN 2623More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of the NHS restructure and merger on the employment of Allied Health Professions.
Answer: The proposed abolition of NHS England and associated transfer and modification of functions is subject to legislation and the will of Parliament. We will be engaging with partners inside and outside the organisations as the process to design the future De...
Answered 1 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordSpecial Educational Needs: Developmental Language DisorderDepartment for EducationTabled 18 May 2026AnsweredUIN 2622More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what steps her Department is taking to ensure that children and young people with Developmental Language Disorders are included in SEND reforms.
Answer: The department recognises the issues raised in Speech and Language UK’s ‘Missing Million’ report, including the importance of improving identification and support for children and young people with speech, language and communication needs, including Devel...
Answered 29 May 2026
Original Parliament recordSpecial Educational Needs: Developmental Language DisorderDepartment for EducationTabled 18 May 2026AnsweredUIN 2621More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what assessment she has made of the potential implications for her policies of the recommendations in the Missing Million report published by Speech and Language UK.
Answer: The department recognises the issues raised in Speech and Language UK’s ‘Missing Million’ report, including the importance of improving identification and support for children and young people with speech, language and communication needs, including Devel...
Answered 29 May 2026
Original Parliament recordDental ServicesDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 18 May 2026AnsweredUIN 2619More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what assessment his Department has made of the potential merits of the NHS providing free detail repairs for teeth damaged by seizures.
Answer: We recognise that certain groups of patients may be more vulnerable to oral health problems and may find it difficult to access dental care. Integrated care boards (ICBs) are responsible for assessing the needs of their population and ensuring that the re...
Answered 9 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordVaccination: Medical RecordsDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 18 May 2026AnsweredUIN 2618More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what proportion of vaccinations delivered through school-age immunisation services are visible within the NHS App.
Answer: In line with our commitment in the 10-Year Health Plan, we are continuing to develop a dedicated ‘My Vaccines’ tool in the NHS App. This will provide people with their and their children’s personal vaccination history and eligibility as well as the abilit...
Answered 2 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordVaccination: Medical RecordsDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 18 May 2026AnsweredUIN 2617More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, whether vaccinations administered through NHS school immunisation programs are required to be uploaded to patients’ digital NHS records within a specified timeframe.
Answer: In line with our commitment in the 10-Year Health Plan, we are continuing to develop a dedicated ‘My Vaccines’ tool in the NHS App. This will provide people with their and their children’s personal vaccination history and eligibility as well as the abilit...
Answered 2 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordVaccination: Medical RecordsDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 18 May 2026AnsweredUIN 2616More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, how many (a) complaints and (b) reports NHS England has received regarding (i) missing and (ii) incomplete vaccination histories on the NHS App in the last three years.
Answer: In line with our commitment in the 10-Year Health Plan, we are continuing to develop a dedicated ‘My Vaccines’ tool in the NHS App. This will provide people with their and their children’s personal vaccination history and eligibility as well as the abilit...
Answered 2 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordVaccination: Medical RecordsDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 18 May 2026AnsweredUIN 2615More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what assessment he has made of the adequacy of vaccination records displayed on the NHS App for vaccinations administered through school immunisation programs.
Answer: In line with our commitment in the 10-Year Health Plan, we are continuing to develop a dedicated ‘My Vaccines’ tool in the NHS App. This will provide people with their and their children’s personal vaccination history and eligibility as well as the abilit...
Answered 2 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordHealth Services: InformationDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 18 May 2026AnsweredUIN 2614More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what assessment his Department has made of the potential merits of making the Accessible Information Standard a statutory requirement.
Answer: A revised Accessible Information Standard (AIS) was published on 1 July 2025 and is available at the following link: https://www.england.nhs.uk/accessible-information-standard/ NHS England is supporting implementation of the standard. Mandatory informatio...
Answered 28 May 2026
Original Parliament recordInternet: DisinformationDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 18 May 2026AnsweredUIN 2613More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps his Department is taking to help tackle health misinformation online.
Answer: The Department takes the challenge of health misinformation seriously, recognising its potential impact on public health outcomes. We focus on delivering consistent, clinically assured messaging that builds public trust and confidence, positioning the Dep...
Answered 3 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordSexual Offences: Victim Support SchemesMinistry of JusticeTabled 14 May 2026AnsweredUIN 1493More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, what steps he is taking with Cabinet colleagues to help support survivors of sexual assault.
Answer: The Ministry of Justice has committed £550 million to victim support services over the next three years – the biggest investment in victim support services to date.The 42 Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs) in England and Wales receive grant funding fro...
Answered 22 May 2026
Original Parliament recordSexual Offences: DisinformationWomen and EqualitiesTabled 14 May 2026Awaiting answerUIN 1492More
Question: To ask the Minister for Women and Equalities, what steps she is taking with the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology to combat misinformation and disinformation online after sexual assaults.
Answer: No published answer in this record yet.
Original Parliament recordWomen: Night-time EconomyDepartment for Business and TradeTabled 14 May 2026AnsweredUIN 1491More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, how his Department is working with colleagues in the Government Equalities Office to support women working in the night time economy.
Answer: The Department for Business and Trade works across Government and with industry to support the hospitality and night-time economy, a major employer of women across the UK.Through the Employment Rights Act, we are strengthening protections and improving jo...
Answered 22 May 2026
Original Parliament recordElectronic Government: CybersecurityDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 14 May 2026AnsweredUIN 1490More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, whether the One Login programme is compliant with the National Cyber Security Centre's Cyber Assessment Framework.
Answer: Protecting the security of government services and the data and privacy of users is our utmost priority. GOV.UK One Login follows the highest security standards for government and private sector services, including dedicated 24/7 eyes-on monitoring, incid...
Answered 21 May 2026
Original Parliament recordDirectors: Electronic GovernmentDepartment for Business and TradeTabled 14 May 2026AnsweredUIN 1489More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what alternatives are available for company directors unable to use One Login.
Answer: Individuals who are required to verify are encouraged to use GOV.UK One Login where possible. This offers several routes, including using photo ID, answering online security questions, or attending a Post Office with appropriate documents. Where an indivi...
Answered 19 May 2026
Original Parliament recordCCTVMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled 14 May 2026AnsweredUIN 1488More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what support his Department is giving to local authorities to ensure correct and working CCTV is deployed in their area.
Answer: In line with the practice of successive administrations, details of internal discussions are not normally disclosed.Freedom from Violence and Abuse: a cross-government strategy to build a safer society for women and girls was published by the Home Office ...
Answered 22 May 2026
Original Parliament recordWomen: SafetyMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled 14 May 2026AnsweredUIN 1487More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what conversations he has had with the Minister for Women and Equalities regarding improving local safety for women and girls, especially at night.
Answer: In line with the practice of successive administrations, details of internal discussions are not normally disclosed.Freedom from Violence and Abuse: a cross-government strategy to build a safer society for women and girls was published by the Home Office ...
Answered 22 May 2026
Original Parliament recordAccess to Work ProgrammeDepartment for Work and PensionsTabled 14 May 2026AnsweredUIN 1486More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, if his Department will review the Access to Work Scheme renewal process for existing claimants who have already evidenced their needs.
Answer: We are reviewing all aspects of Access to Work as we develop plans for reform following the conclusion of the consultation.
Answered 22 May 2026
Original Parliament recordAccess to Work ProgrammeDepartment for Work and PensionsTabled 14 May 2026AnsweredUIN 1485More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what steps his Department is taking to (a) increase the efficiency of and (b) reduce waiting times for the Access to Work Scheme.
Answer: As set out in the Written Ministerial Statement made on 19 May, to increase the efficiency and reduce waiting times for the scheme we will recruit an additional 480 case staff to process the higher volume of applications. When recruitment is complete, we ...
Answered 27 May 2026
Original Parliament recordPrivate Education: VATDepartment for EducationTabled 14 May 2026AnsweredUIN 1484More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, how much of the revenue raised from VAT on independent school fees since its introduction was directly spent on state schools per school.
Answer: Together, reforms to VAT and business rates will raise around £1.8 billion a year by 2029/30. This will raise revenue for essential public services, including supporting the 94% of children in the UK that attend state schools. Our overall core schools bud...
Answered 22 May 2026
Original Parliament recordCurriculum: LanguagesDepartment for EducationTabled 14 May 2026AnsweredUIN 1483More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what assessment she has made of the impact of changes to the National Curriculum on students wishing to study languages at university.
Answer: The government is committed to supporting the teaching of languages. Languages provide an insight into other cultures and open the door to travel and employment opportunities. Following the Curriculum and Assessment Review, the department is refreshing th...
Answered 22 May 2026
Original Parliament recordOut-of-school EducationDepartment for EducationTabled 14 May 2026AnsweredUIN 1482More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what steps she is taking to maintain the rights of children on Education Otherwise Than At School packages.
Answer: The department’s consultation, “SEND reform: putting children and young people first”, proposes the introduction of Specialist Provision Packages for all children and young people with complex needs, including those children and young people whose needs a...
Answered 12 Jun 2026
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