Jess Asato MP: written questions
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Written questions
Mental Health ServicesDepartment for EducationTabled 4 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 110995More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, if she will take steps to develop a National Trauma Strategy for England.
Answer: The government recognises that trauma can have a profound impact on children’s lives and that addressing it requires support from the whole of society.The NHS provides specialist assessment, talking therapies and medical treatment for conditions such as p...
Answered 4 Mar 2026
Original Parliament recordArtificial Intelligence: Child Sexual Abuse MaterialDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 21 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 107548More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what assessment her Department has made of the potential merits of making UK AISI / Thorn's guidance entitled Recommended Practice for AI-G CSEA Prevention, published in December 2025,
Answer: I refer the hon. Member to the answer I gave on 15 January 2026 to Question UIN 104313.
Answered 30 Jan 2026
Original Parliament recordBroadband: Rural AreasDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 10 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 99107More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what recent discussions she has had with Ofcom on the disproportionate impact Physical Infrastructure Access costs have on the deployment of fibre optic broadband in rural areas.
Answer: As the independent regulator for telecommunications, Ofcom is responsible for making regulatory decisions in the fixed telecoms sector, including on the Physical Infrastructure Access (PIA) product.DSIT is engaging on this issue with Ofcom at an official ...
Answered 18 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordMental Health Services: Artificial IntelligenceDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 10 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 99040More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps his Department is taking to ensure that the introduction of digital and AI tools in mental health care enhances rather than replaces the work of qualified counsellors and psychotherapist
Answer: To deliver the shift from analogue to digital that is set out in the 10-Year Health Plan, we will create a digital front door for mental health care through the NHS App to boost access to early support and empower people to take steps to manage their symp...
Answered 29 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordVictims: CooperationMinistry of JusticeTabled 9 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 98727More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, when statutory guidance will be produced on the duty to collaborate under the Victims and Prisoners Act 2024; and what plans the Government has to ensure its implementation following the decision to abolish PCCs
Answer: We will work closely with the Home Office and the Department for Health and Social care as Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs) and Integrated Care Board reforms unfold and this will inform our consideration of implementation of the Duty to Collaborate u...
Answered 15 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordSocial Media: Young PeopleDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 24 Nov 2025AnsweredUIN 93922More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, when her Department plans to publish the review on the impact of social media on young people’s wellbeing and mental health commissioned in November 2024.
Answer: The feasibility study into research on any causal impact of social media and smartphones on children’s mental health and wellbeing has been completed. My department is considering the study’s recommendations for further research, and the report will be pu...
Answered 2 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordRenewables Obligation: Anaerobic DigestionDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 13 Nov 2025AnsweredUIN 90871More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, whether he plans to extend support for anaerobic digestion plants due to expire under the Renewables Obligation.
Answer: The Government currently supports anaerobic digestion (AD) through the Renewables Obligation (RO), Non-domestic Renewable Heat Incentive, Feed-in-Tariffs, and the Green Gas Support Scheme (GGSS). The Government has no plans to extend the RO when it comes ...
Answered 21 Nov 2025
Original Parliament recordAnaerobic Digestion and BiomethaneDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 12 Nov 2025AnsweredUIN 90515More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, whether his Department has made an assessment of the potential merits of granting Nationally Significant Infrastructure Project status to large-scale anaerobic digestion and biomethane facili
Answer: The Nationally Significant Infrastructure Project (NSIP) regime streamlines planning for major projects, making processes faster and fairer for developers and communities. Large-scale infrastructure is vital for secure, reliable, and affordable energy whi...
Answered 21 Nov 2025
Original Parliament recordBiomethane: UK Emissions Trading SchemeDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 12 Nov 2025AnsweredUIN 90514More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what steps his Department is taking to support the (a) development of the anaerobic digestion and biomethane sector, (b) design of support mechanisms for that sector and (c) inclusion of biom
Answer: Biomethane production is supported by the Green Gas Support Scheme, which is open to applications until March 2028. Following the February 2024 call for evidence, the Government intends to consult on a future policy framework consultation this financial y...
Answered 21 Nov 2025
Original Parliament recordTreasury: Domestic AbuseTreasuryTabled 12 Nov 2025AnsweredUIN 90513More
Question: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, whether her Department has (a) implemented a domestic abuse policy for staff and (b) trained line managers to effectively respond to staff who are experiencing domestic abuse.
Answer: HM Treasury provides ongoing guidance to all staff on how to handle domestic abuse. The guidance provides comprehensive information on how to recognise the signs of domestic abuse and outlines the steps managers can take to offer appropriate support. HMT ...
Answered 20 Nov 2025
Original Parliament recordScotland Office: Domestic AbuseScotland OfficeTabled 12 Nov 2025AnsweredUIN 90512More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland, whether his Department has (a) implemented a domestic abuse policy for staff and (b) trained line managers to effectively respond to staff who are experiencing domestic abuse.
Answer: The Scotland Office does not employ staff directly, all staff that join, do so on an assignment, loan or secondment from other Government bodies, principally the Ministry of Justice and the Scottish Government, who remain the employers.The Ministry of Jus...
Answered 20 Nov 2025
Original Parliament recordNorthern Ireland Office: Domestic AbuseNorthern Ireland OfficeTabled 12 Nov 2025AnsweredUIN 90511More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, whether his Department has (a) implemented a domestic abuse policy for staff and (b) trained line managers to effectively respond to staff who are experiencing domestic abuse.
Answer: The Northern Ireland Office (NIO) follows the Ministry of Justice for its HR policies. The MoJ published updated domestic abuse guidance and support on their intranet in August 2025, helping staff and managers assess safety concerns, and providing informa...
Answered 21 Nov 2025
Original Parliament recordMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local Government: Domestic AbuseMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled 12 Nov 2025AnsweredUIN 90510More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether his Department has (a) implemented a domestic abuse policy for staff and (b) trained line managers to effectively respond to staff who are experiencing domestic abuse.
Answer: The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) is committed to supporting staff that are experiencing, or going through the aftermath of, domestic violence. MHCLG has a published Domestic Violence policy. Our published policy includes g...
Answered 21 Nov 2025
Original Parliament recordWales Office: Domestic AbuseWales OfficeTabled 12 Nov 2025AnsweredUIN 90509More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Wales, whether her Department has (a) implemented a domestic abuse policy for staff and (b) trained line managers to effectively respond to staff who are experiencing domestic abuse.
Answer: The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) provides employment services, including policies, to staff and line managers in my department. Staff and line managers in my Department can access domestic abuse guidance and support which provides important information on ho...
Answered 18 Nov 2025
Original Parliament recordMinistry of Justice: Domestic AbuseMinistry of JusticeTabled 12 Nov 2025AnsweredUIN 90508More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, whether his Department has (a) implemented a domestic abuse policy for staff and (b) trained line managers to effectively respond to staff who are experiencing domestic abuse.
Answer: This Department is committed to supporting employees experiencing domestic abuse.We provide comprehensive advice to these employees and their managers including how to identify abuse, actions which colleagues and managers can take, and links to organisati...
Answered 21 Nov 2025
Original Parliament recordMinistry of Defence: Domestic AbuseMinistry of DefenceTabled 12 Nov 2025AnsweredUIN 90507More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, whether his Department has (a) implemented a domestic abuse policy for staff and (b) trained line managers to effectively respond to staff who are experiencing domestic abuse.
Answer: Defence is fully committed to supporting staff affected by domestic abuse and will continue to do so through dedicated awareness campaigns and training. Addressing domestic abuse is a ministerial priority and a shared responsibility for Defence leaders, a...
Answered 21 Nov 2025
Original Parliament recordForeign, Commonwealth and Development Office: Domestic AbuseForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 12 Nov 2025AnsweredUIN 90506More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, whether her Department has (a) implemented a domestic abuse policy for staff and (b) trained line managers to effectively respond to staff who are experiencing domestic abuse
Answer: The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) is committed to supporting employees who may be experiencing domestic abuse. We provide comprehensive guidance for employees and their managers, including how to identify abuse, actions colleagues an...
Answered 25 Nov 2025
Original Parliament recordDepartment of Health and Social Care: Domestic AbuseDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 12 Nov 2025AnsweredUIN 90505More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, whether his Department has (a) implemented a domestic abuse policy for staff and (b) trained line managers to effectively respond to staff who are experiencing domestic abuse.
Answer: The Department has committed to raising awareness of domestic abuse and providing guidance and support for employees and managers.The Department’s 2021 Domestic Abuse Charter commits to providing a safe, supportive workplace for staff affected by domestic...
Answered 21 Nov 2025
Original Parliament recordDepartment for Work and Pensions: Domestic AbuseDepartment for Work and PensionsTabled 12 Nov 2025AnsweredUIN 90504More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, whether his Department has (a) implemented a domestic abuse policy for staff and (b) trained line managers to effectively respond to staff who are experiencing domestic abuse.
Answer: DWP provides comprehensive guidance and information to raise awareness of domestic abuse and its impacts which is available specifically to line managers and employees to help identify and respond appropriately to employees who may be experiencing domesti...
Answered 19 Nov 2025
Original Parliament recordDepartment for Transport: Domestic AbuseDepartment for TransportTabled 12 Nov 2025AnsweredUIN 90503More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether her Department has (a) implemented a domestic abuse policy for staff and (b) trained line managers to effectively respond to staff who are experiencing domestic abuse.
Answer: The Department for Transport adopted a domestic abuse charter in 2018 which provides advice and guidance for staff affected by domestic abuse and for their colleagues and line management who may be called upon to support them. Line manager guidance on sup...
Answered 26 Nov 2025
Original Parliament recordDepartment for Science, Innovation and Technology: Domestic AbuseDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 12 Nov 2025AnsweredUIN 90502More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, whether her Department has (a) implemented a domestic abuse policy for staff and (b) trained line managers to effectively respond to staff who are experiencing domestic abuse.
Answer: DSIT is committed to supporting employees experiencing domestic abuse. We provide comprehensive advice to these employees and their managers including how to identify abuse, actions which colleagues and managers can take, and links to organisations provid...
Answered 21 Nov 2025
Original Parliament recordDepartment for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs: Domestic AbuseDepartment for Environment, Food and Rural AffairsTabled 12 Nov 2025AnsweredUIN 90501More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, whether her Department has (a) implemented a domestic abuse policy for staff and (b) trained line managers to effectively respond to staff who are experiencing domestic abuse.
Answer: Defra has implemented employee and manager guidance for domestic abuse. The guidance offers support for those experiencing domestic abusethose who may have witnessed, or who may be supporting or managing a colleague affected by domestic abusethose who may...
Answered 9 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordDepartment for Energy Security and Net Zero: Domestic AbuseDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 12 Nov 2025AnsweredUIN 90500More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, whether his Department has (a) implemented a domestic abuse policy for staff and (b) trained line managers to effectively respond to staff who are experiencing domestic abuse.
Answer: DESNZ is committed to looking after the welfare of our staff. (a) We have Domestic Abuse guidance in place to support staff(b) We have Domestic Abuse guidance in place to support managers. We also promote Cross-Government Domestic Abuse awareness training...
Answered 21 Nov 2025
Original Parliament recordDepartment for Education: Domestic AbuseDepartment for EducationTabled 12 Nov 2025AnsweredUIN 90499More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, whether her Department has (a) implemented a domestic abuse policy for staff and (b) trained line managers to effectively respond to staff who are experiencing domestic abuse.
Answer: The department has issued guidance for staff on domestic abuse. This guidance includes information for line managers on how to respond to staff experiencing domestic abuse alongside routes for further advice and support.
Answered 25 Nov 2025
Original Parliament recordDepartment for Culture, Media and Sport: Domestic AbuseDepartment for Culture, Media and SportTabled 12 Nov 2025AnsweredUIN 90498More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, whether her Department has (a) implemented a domestic abuse policy for staff and (b) trained line managers to effectively respond to staff who are experiencing domestic abuse.
Answer: DCMS is committed to supporting employees experiencing domestic abuse.Our domestic abuse charter provides comprehensive advice to employees and their managers including how to identify abuse, actions to take, and links to organisations providing advice an...
Answered 8 Dec 2025
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