Jenny Riddell-Carpenter MP: written questions 2026
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Written questions
Animal ExperimentsDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 24 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 115730More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what assessment she has made of the potential merits of including specific, time-bound targets and milestones for the replacement of animal experiments with non-animal methods.
Answer: Transparent targets and milestones and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for the delivery of the Replacing Animals in Science Strategy will be published later in 2026. It is not yet possible to replace all animal use due to the complexity of biological sy...
Answered 4 Mar 2026
Original Parliament recordChildren: MaintenanceDepartment for Work and PensionsTabled 24 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 115729More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, when Section 25 of the Child Maintenance and Other Payments Act 2008 will commence; whether the commencement of Section 25 will coincide with the coming into force of the relevant provisions of the Chil
Answer: Work is ongoing to implement Administrative Liability Orders. Section 25 of the Child Maintenance and Other Payments Act 2008 will be commenced as part of the wider package of measures required to implement ALOs. We intend for its commencement to align wi...
Answered 2 Mar 2026
Original Parliament recordAnimal ExperimentsDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 24 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 115728More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what steps she is taking to ensure effective collaboration with (a) regulators, (b) industry, (c) academia and (d) civil society organisations in the delivery of the Replacing Animals i
Answer: The Labour Manifesto commits to “partner with scientists, industry, and civil society as we work towards the phasing out of animal testing. The strategy was developed with regulators, industry, academia and civil society and this engagement will continue ...
Answered 4 Mar 2026
Original Parliament recordAnimal ExperimentsDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 24 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 115727More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what assessment she has made of the adequacy of the funding to deliver the Replacing Animals in Science strategy; and whether funding for delivery bodies will be provided on a ring-fenc
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 4 Mar 2026
Original Parliament recordAnimal ExperimentsDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 24 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 115726More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what governance arrangements are in place to oversee delivery of the Replacing Animals in Science strategy; how progress on the strategy will be monitored across Government; and what st
Answer: The Department is working closely with colleagues across Government to strengthen the coordination, development, validation and uptake of non‑animal methods. The Replacing Animals in Science strategy commits to establish governance structures to oversee p...
Answered 4 Mar 2026
Original Parliament recordDementia: DiagnosisDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 24 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 115725More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what role he intends for public awareness campaign to play in improving early dementia diagnosis.
Answer: We will deliver the first ever Modern Service framework for Frailty and Dementia to deliver rapid and significant improvements in quality of care and productivity. This will be informed by phase one of the independent commission into adult social care. Th...
Answered 2 Mar 2026
Original Parliament recordDementia: TrainingDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 24 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 115539More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps he is taking to improve dementia training for adult social care and primary care staff, particularly in relation to recognising early symptoms.
Answer: We want all relevant staff to have received appropriate training to provide high quality care to people with dementia, whether in primary or social care. The required training needs are set out in the Dementia training Standards Framework, which is availa...
Answered 2 Mar 2026
Original Parliament recordDementia: ResearchDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 24 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 115538More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps his Department is taking to ensure that advances from dementia research programmes are adopted into frontline clinical practice.
Answer: Through partnerships with patients, researchers, funders, and charities we continue to play a significant role in global efforts against the disease. The United Kingdom has established a rich ecosystem for dementia research. The Government is investing in...
Answered 2 Mar 2026
Original Parliament recordDementia: DiagnosisDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 23 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 115233More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what assessment he has made of the potential causes of dementia diagnosis rates on trends in the level of such diagnosis rates in rural constituencies; and what support is provided to improve acces
Answer: We remain committed to recovering the dementia diagnosis rate to the national ambition of 66.7%. To support recovery of the dementia diagnosis rates and implementation of the Dementia Care Pathway, we have developed a memory service dashboard for manageme...
Answered 2 Mar 2026
Original Parliament recordDementia: DiagnosisDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 23 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 115232More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps his Department is taking to help address regional disparities in dementia diagnosis rates, including in rural and coastal areas like Suffolk Coastal.
Answer: To reduce variation in diagnosis rates, the Office for Health Improvement and Disparities’ Dementia Intelligence Network has developed a tool for local systems, which includes an assessment of population characteristics such as rurality and socio-economic...
Answered 2 Mar 2026
Original Parliament recordDementia: Health ServicesDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 23 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 115231More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, if his Department will publish a dementia strategy within the current Parliament.
Answer: We will deliver the first ever Modern Service Framework for Frailty and Dementia to deliver rapid and significant improvements in quality of care and productivity. This will be informed by phase one of the independent commission into adult social care. Th...
Answered 2 Mar 2026
Original Parliament recordBeer and Public HousesDepartment for Business and TradeTabled 23 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 115230More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what support the Government is providing to independent brewers and local supply chains linked to the pub sector.
Answer: The Government recognises the vital contribution that breweries and local supply chains make to pubs and remains committed to supporting a sector that is diverse, competitive, and rooted in local communities.Small Producer Relief (SPR) supports smaller pr...
Answered 2 Mar 2026
Original Parliament recordBeerTreasuryTabled 23 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 115229More
Question: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what assessment she has made of the contribution of regional brewers on local economies and tourism.
Answer: The Government is committed to ensuring that the beer and pub sector remains diverse, competitive and rooted in local communities, supporting investment and growth across towns and villages. The manufacture of alcoholic beverages supports jobs across the ...
Answered 3 Mar 2026
Original Parliament recordHospitality Industry: Business RatesTreasuryTabled 23 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 115228More
Question: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of Business Rates policy on employment in hospitality-dependent areas.
Answer: The Government has announced a £4.3 billion business rates support package to protect ratepayers from large overnight increases in bills.In addition, the Government is introducing permanently lower tax rates for eligible RHL properties. These are worth al...
Answered 3 Mar 2026
Original Parliament recordPublic Houses: Rural AreasDepartment for Business and TradeTabled 23 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 115227More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what targeted support is available to rural pubs that face higher operating costs and limited footfall compared with urban businesses.
Answer: The Government recognises the significant role rural pubs play in driving economic growth, employment and community cohesion across the UK. That is why we are offering targeted support for the sector.Following the Budget, we recently announced an addition...
Answered 2 Mar 2026
Original Parliament recordLandlords: AccountabilityMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled 23 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 115226More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what steps his Department is taking to help ensure landlord and property rules to hold directors owners accountable.
Answer: Building owners are responsible for managing and addressing fire and structural safety risks in their buildings. They are required to apply for a Building Assessment Certificate (BAC), which includes an assessment by the Building Safety Regulator (BSR) of...
Answered 3 Mar 2026
Original Parliament recordShops: FraudHome OfficeTabled 23 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 115225More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what steps her Department is taking to close illicit (a) mini-marts, (b) barbers, (c) vape shops and (d) other similar outlets.
Answer: The Government is committed to working with partners to tackle high street illegality from businesses such as mini marts, barbers, vape shops and similar outlets.Building on recent operational activity (Operation MACHINIZE), led by the National Crime Agen...
Answered 4 Mar 2026
Original Parliament recordPublic Houses: Rural AreasMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled 23 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 115224More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what assessment he has made of the potential implications for his policies of the role of pubs as community hubs in rural areas.
Answer: The Government recognises the vital role of pubs in rural areas, supporting local economies, providing spaces for people to come together, and offering essential services for local people. Through the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill, we ...
Answered 3 Mar 2026
Original Parliament recordFuel Oil: PricesDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 23 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 115223More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what assessment his Department has made of the potential impact of trends in the level of heating oil costs on older and vulnerable people living in rural, off-grid homes; and what steps he i
Answer: The measures taken in the Autumn Budget reduce the cost of electricity and therefore benefit all households with a domestic electricity meter, including those not on the gas grid. In addition, on 30 January, we announced the continuation of the Warm Home ...
Answered 3 Mar 2026
Original Parliament recordPensioners: Fuel PovertyDepartment for Work and PensionsTabled 23 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 115222More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what estimate he has made of the number of pensioners living in rural, off-grid homes who are ineligible for Pension Credit but are in fuel poverty due to reliance on heating oil; and whether he plans t
Answer: Pension Credit provides direct financial support to pensioner households on the lowest incomes, ensuring that they receive a guaranteed minimum level of income – the Standard Minimum Guarantee (SMG). The Standard Minimum Guarantee is subject to the Secret...
Answered 4 Mar 2026
Original Parliament recordCoronavirus: VaccinationDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 23 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 115221More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what guidance his Department has issued on whether frontline staff are able to provide covid-19 vaccinations to unpaid carers who are present during home vaccination visits.
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). The primary aim of the national COVID-19 vaccination programme remains th...
Answered 3 Mar 2026
Original Parliament recordCoronavirus: VaccinationDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 23 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 115220More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, if he will make an assessment of the potential merits of allowing unpaid family carers to receive Covid-19 booster vaccinations alongside the person they care for where a home vaccination visit is
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). The primary aim of the national COVID-19 vaccination programme remains th...
Answered 3 Mar 2026
Original Parliament recordCarersDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 23 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 115219More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps his Department is taking to help ensure that NHS (a) policies and (b) guidance support unpaid family carers providing care in the home.
Answer: The Government recognises the vital role unpaid carers play in supporting those they care for and the National Health Service has clear duties to involve carers in care and discharge planning.NHS England has issued guidance on identifying and supporting c...
Answered 2 Mar 2026
Original Parliament recordCarers: FamiliesDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 23 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 114975More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what assessment his Department has made of the potential impact of unpaid family carers on levels of demand for NHS services.
Answer: The Government recognises the significant contribution unpaid family carers make to supporting individuals to remain independent and well at home.The Department continues to consider the impact of unpaid carers on levels of demand for National Health Serv...
Answered 2 Mar 2026
Original Parliament recordFurther Education: VATTreasuryTabled 23 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 114974More
Question: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, whether her Department has considered extending Section 33 VAT refunds to Further Education colleges.
Answer: Further Education (FE) funding is vital to ensure people are being trained in the skills they need to thrive in the modern labour market. The 2025 Spending Review provided an additional £1.2 billion per year by 2028-29 for skills and £1.7 billion of capit...
Answered 3 Mar 2026
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