Ian Roome MP: written questions 2026
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Written questions
HM Coastguard: StaffDepartment for TransportTabled 5 Jun 2026AnsweredUIN 7294More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether her Department has prepared contingency plans against any significant reduction in the number of personnel available to support the Coastguard Rescue Service.
Answer: Public safety remains our priority. Contingency plans are in place to enable the continuation of maritime and coastal search and rescue.Alongside the Coastguard Rescue Service, HM Coastguard will continue to draw upon the full UK Search and Rescue system,...
Answered 15 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordMerlin Helicopters: SafetyMinistry of DefenceTabled 4 Jun 2026AnsweredUIN 6925More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what steps his Department is taking to review safety checks carried out on Royal Navy Merlin Mk2 and Mk4 helicopters.
Answer: A full investigation is being conducted into the cause of the crash involving a Royal Navy Merlin helicopter on 3 June 2026. All military flying operates under robust Military Aviation Authority regulations, with Royal Navy aircraft subject to rigorous an...
Answered 11 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordIron and Steel: Import DutiesDepartment for Business and TradeTabled 21 May 2026AnsweredUIN 3894More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what consultation he has held with manufacturers on proposed changes to steel quotas and tariffs from 1 July 2026.
Answer: The Government has engaged extensively with manufacturers and wider industry to inform the design of the new steel trade measure, including through ongoing discussions and a Call for Evidence in 2025.The policy has been developed to strike the right balan...
Answered 2 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordIron and Steel: Import DutiesDepartment for Business and TradeTabled 21 May 2026AnsweredUIN 3891More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what assessment his Department has made of the potential impact of changes to the level of availability of specialist steel grades that are cannot be produced domestically following proposed changes in
Answer: The Government has engaged extensively with manufacturers and wider industry to inform the design of the new steel trade measure, including through ongoing discussions and a Call for Evidence in 2025.The policy has been developed to strike the right balan...
Answered 2 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordIron and Steel: Import DutiesDepartment for Business and TradeTabled 21 May 2026AnsweredUIN 3888More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what assessment his Department has made of the potential economic impact of the proposed change in imported steel tariffs above quota limits from 1 July 2026 on manufacturing businesses.
Answer: The Government has engaged extensively with manufacturers and wider industry to inform the design of the new steel trade measure, including through ongoing discussions and a Call for Evidence in 2025.The policy has been developed to strike the right balan...
Answered 2 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordIron and Steel: Import DutiesDepartment for Business and TradeTabled 21 May 2026AnsweredUIN 3887More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what assessment his Department has made of the potential impact of changes in level of tariff-free steel import quotas from 1 July 2026 on trends in the level of costs to British manufacturing business
Answer: The Government has engaged extensively with manufacturers and wider industry to inform the design of the new steel trade measure, including through ongoing discussions and a Call for Evidence in 2025.The policy has been developed to strike the right balan...
Answered 2 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordDentistry: ApprenticesDepartment for Work and PensionsTabled 20 May 2026AnsweredUIN 3555More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what plans the Department have to provide additional funding to support the delivery of the dental hygienist apprenticeship where the cost of clinical training exceeds the apprenticeship funding band.
Answer: To ensure the overall affordability of the programme, the maximum government contribution to the cost of any apprenticeship, including the level 6 dental hygienist standard, is £27,000. Employers are able to negotiate a price for their apprentice’s traini...
Answered 8 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordVaccine Damage Payment SchemeDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 19 May 2026AnsweredUIN 2987More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, when the Government plans to publish the response to the Covid-19 Inquiry Module 4 recommendations on the Vaccine Damage Payment Scheme.
Answer: The Inquiry published its report relating to the development of COVID-19 vaccines and the implementation of the vaccine deployment programme on 16 April 2026. The Government will consider the findings and recommendations in detail and will respond within ...
Answered 3 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordArmed Forces: Body ArmourMinistry of DefenceTabled 14 May 2026AnsweredUIN 1605More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what steps his Department is taking to ensure female armed forces personnel are equipped with properly fitted, purpose-designed body armour.
Answer: The Department’s priority is to ensure all service personnel receive appropriate and equitable levels of protection. We are initiating a capability change project for Complex Geometry Body Armour, which will include the development of a suitable testing r...
Answered 21 May 2026
Original Parliament recordDentistry: Migrant WorkersDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 13 May 2026AnsweredUIN 938More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what assessment his Department has made of the adequacy of capacity for the General Dental Council’s Overseas Registration Examination; and what discussions he has had with the General Dental Counc
Answer: The Government recognises the challenges faced by overseas-qualified dentists seeking to sit the Overseas Registration Examination (ORE), particularly in relation to waiting times.The General Dental Council (GDC) is the independent regulator of dental pro...
Answered 20 May 2026
Original Parliament recordDentistry: TrainingDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 13 May 2026AnsweredUIN 859More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, whether there are plans to deliver capital funding to local ICB's to support local training hubs or centres for dental development to support dental workforce recruitment and retention, especially
Answer: The responsibility for commissioning primary care services, including National Health Service dentistry, to meet the needs of the local population has been delegated to the integrated care boards (ICBs) across England. For the North Devon constituency, th...
Answered 20 May 2026
Original Parliament recordDentistry: ApprenticesDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 13 May 2026AnsweredUIN 828More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what plans his Department has to provide additional funding to support the delivery of the dental hygienist apprenticeship where the cost of clinical training exceeds the apprenticeship funding ban
Answer: The Government recognises the important role that dental care professionals, including dental hygienists, play in the delivery of National Health Service dentistry.The Department for Work and Pensions is responsible for managing the apprenticeship levy an...
Answered 20 May 2026
Original Parliament recordLocal Housing Allowance: Older PeopleDepartment for Work and PensionsTabled 13 May 2026AnsweredUIN 644More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of the freeze on Local Housing Allowance on levels of poverty among older private renters.
Answer: The Secretary of State for Work and Pensions reviewed LHA rates and confirmed in his written ministerial statement on 26 November 2025 that rates would be maintained at their current levels for 2026/27.Renters facing a shortfall in meeting their housing c...
Answered 21 May 2026
Original Parliament recordAlcoholic Drinks: Delivery ServicesHome OfficeTabled 13 May 2026AnsweredUIN 641More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what steps she is taking with Cabinet colleagues to minimise the risk of harm caused by alcohol sold through home delivery apps.
Answer: The Licensing Act 2003 regulates the sale and supply of alcohol. The Government recognises that consumer purchasing habits have evolved in recent years, particularly with a notable growth in alcohol sales made via online platforms and rapid delivery servi...
Answered 18 May 2026
Original Parliament recordParkinson's Disease: Speech and Language TherapyDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 13 May 2026AnsweredUIN 640More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps his Department is taking to help ensure Parkinson's patients are supported with speech and language therapy.
Answer: Speech and language therapy provision is commissioned locally by integrated care boards. NHS England has revised the national service specification for specialised neurology following extensive consultation with clinical and charity partners. The service ...
Answered 26 May 2026
Original Parliament recordCommunity Assets and Public Houses: PlanningMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled 28 Apr 2026Awaiting answerUIN 130154More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what steps his Department is taking to ensure the role of (a) pubs and (b) other community facilities is fully recognised in the National Planning Policy Framework.
Answer: No published answer in this record yet.
Original Parliament recordFisheries: Territorial WatersDepartment for Environment, Food and Rural AffairsTabled 28 Apr 2026Awaiting answerUIN 130152More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what assessment she has made of the potential implications for her policies of alleged unauthorised fishing taking place in protected marine environments in UK coastal waters.
Answer: No published answer in this record yet.
Original Parliament recordPublic Appointments: VettingCabinet OfficeTabled 22 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 129356More
Question: To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, how many people have been appointed to national security-vetted government roles against the recommendation of United Kingdom Security Vetting in the last 5 years.
Answer: United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) provides a vetting service to customers. Accountability for individual appointments and the management of associated vetting risks remains with the relevant department. To ensure the continued effectiveness and integ...
Answered 29 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordMobile Phones: Rural AreasDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 21 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 129043More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what steps he is taking to help ensure that poor mobile connectivity in rural areas does not disadvantage domestic energy customers in rural areas if they are unable to adopt smart meters.
Answer: The Data Communications Company (DCC) is the organisation responsible for the smart metering network in Great Britain, and is obligated to provide smart meter network connectivity to at least 99.25% of premises across GB. The Government is working closely...
Answered 29 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordEnergy: MetersDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 21 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 129042More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what steps his department is taking to ensure that the adoption of smart meters does not disadvantage domestic energy customers in rural areas that have poor mobile connectivity.
Answer: The Data Communications Company (DCC) is the organisation responsible for the smart metering network in Great Britain, and is obligated to provide smart meter network connectivity to at least 99.25% of premises across GB. The Government is working closely...
Answered 29 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordGluten-free Foods: PrescriptionsDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 17 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 128110More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, whether he plans to update national guidance for ICBs on gluten free prescription, including for people on low incomes.
Answer: There are no plans to change the current national guidance for integrated care boards (ICBs) on gluten‑free prescribing. In England, gluten‑free bread and mixes may be prescribed for people with coeliac disease, with eligible products listed in Part XV of...
Answered 28 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordCybersecurity: Public SectorCabinet OfficeTabled 16 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 127988More
Question: To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, when he expects to publish the National Cyber Action Plan.
Answer: We will publish the business-first National Cyber Action Plan this summer. Our new National Cyber Action Plan will set out concrete actions for how we can strengthen our resilience and harness cyber’s enormous growth opportunities. After recent high profi...
Answered 28 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordGynaecology: VacanciesDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 16 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 127987More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps his Department is taking to ensure The Renewed Women's Health Strategy for England, published April 2026, improves gynaecology care in regions with local shortages of gynaecologists.
Answer: The Renewed Women’s Health Strategy was published on 15 April 2026 and sets out a bold, long‑term plan to transform how the health and care system listens to, supports, and delivers for women and girls across all regions in England.It puts women’s voices ...
Answered 24 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordAccess to Work Programme: ComplaintsDepartment for Work and PensionsTabled 13 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 126858More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, how many complaints the Department has received in the last 12 months regarding the Access to Work scheme.
Answer: From April 2025 to March 2026, a total of 1,769 complaints has been received. April 2025 - 155 receivedMay 2025 - 154 receivedJune 2025 - 149 receivedJuly 2025 - 166 receivedAugust 2025 - 98 receivedSeptember 2025 - 125 receivedOctober 2025 - 149 received...
Answered 23 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordAccess to Work ProgrammeDepartment for Work and PensionsTabled 13 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 126857More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what assessment his Department has made of the potential impact of reductions in Access to Work awards following a change of circumstances on the risk of disabled people falling out of employment; and w
Answer: The support that a customer will receive from Access to Work is dependent upon their needs and circumstances at the time they make an application or award renewal. Case managers will use the current guidance to ensure Access to Work principles are conside...
Answered 20 Apr 2026
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