Jess Brown-Fuller MP: written questions 2025
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Written questions
T-levelsDepartment for EducationTabled 24 Oct 2025AnsweredUIN 85052More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what steps her Department is taking to promote parity of esteem for T Level qualifications in university admissions processes.
Answer: The department regularly engages with the higher education (HE) sector to ensure T Levels are recognised as excellent preparation for higher study. We encourage the sector to accept T Levels on an equivalent basis to A levels by assigning them UCAS points...
Answered 4 Nov 2025
Original Parliament recordT-levelsDepartment for EducationTabled 24 Oct 2025AnsweredUIN 85001More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what steps she is taking to ensure T level qualifications are (a) recognised and (b) accepted for university admissions on an equivalent basis to A Levels.
Answer: The department regularly engages with the higher education (HE) sector to ensure T Levels are recognised as excellent preparation for higher study. We encourage the sector to accept T Levels on an equivalent basis to A levels by assigning them UCAS points...
Answered 4 Nov 2025
Original Parliament recordHospitality IndustryTreasuryTabled 23 Oct 2025AnsweredUIN 84857More
Question: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what assessment her Department has made of the potential impact of recent changes to (a) business rates relief, (b) VAT and (c) employer's National Insurance contributions on (i) small and medium-sized hospitality b
Answer: The Government recognises the vital role that all hospitality businesses play in supporting the UK’s economy and communities. That is why, as set out at Autumn Budget 2024, the Government will introduce permanently lower business rates multipliers for ret...
Answered 30 Oct 2025
Original Parliament recordUK Relations with EUForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 22 Oct 2025AnsweredUIN 906058More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what discussions she has had with Cabinet colleagues on improving the UK’s relationship with the EU.
Answer: Since coming to office, this Government has worked to strengthen our relations with the EU, to grow our economy, boost living standards for British people and keep the UK safe. We will continue to drive forward this long-term strategic partnership over th...
Answered 28 Oct 2025
Original Parliament recordApprentices: English Language and MathematicsDepartment for Work and PensionsTabled 22 Oct 2025AnsweredUIN 84397More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what assessment his Department has made of the minimum (a) English and (b) maths requirements to complete an apprenticeship; and whether he plans to review these requirements.
Answer: In February, the government introduced flexibilities around the English and maths requirements for apprentices in response to significant feedback from employers and providers. Adults over 19 no longer need to achieve a standalone English and maths qualif...
Answered 30 Oct 2025
Original Parliament recordMental CapacityMinistry of JusticeTabled 21 Oct 2025AnsweredUIN 84120More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, what assessment he has made of the adequacy of the criteria for parental involvement in decision-making for young people who lack mental capacity after becoming 18 years of age.
Answer: Anyone who wishes to make decisions for a person who lacks the mental capacity to do so for themselves must have the legal authority to act. The provisions of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 reflect that principle and provide safeguards to protect the intere...
Answered 29 Oct 2025
Original Parliament recordChildren in CareDepartment for EducationTabled 21 Oct 2025AnsweredUIN 84112More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what assessment she has made of the adequacy of support available at age 18 to young people who were in care during early childhood before being (a) adopted or (b) placed under alternative permanency arrangemen
Answer: Young people who were in care before being adopted or placed under a Special Guardianship Order or Care Arrangements Order remain eligible for the Adoption and Special Guardianship Support Fund until the age of 21, or 25 if they have an education, health ...
Answered 29 Oct 2025
Original Parliament recordSpecial Educational Needs: Young PeopleDepartment for EducationTabled 21 Oct 2025AnsweredUIN 84047More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what assessment she has made of the adequacy of the support available to young people up to the age of 25 with education, health and care plans who are no longer accessing education.
Answer: As part of our Plan for Change we are determined to improve outcomes for young people. We will set out plans for SEND reform in our Schools White Paper.We are already taking action to improve preparation for adulthood, including continuing to invest in su...
Answered 29 Oct 2025
Original Parliament recordStalking: Information SharingHome OfficeTabled 20 Oct 2025AnsweredUIN 83704More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what assessment her Department has made of the adequacy of resourcing of information sharing between police forces in stalking cases; and what steps he is taking to improve this process.
Answer: The Government is committed to tackling stalking as part of its mission to halve violence against women and girls in the next decade. While the handling and investigation of cases is an operational matter for policing, it is vital that they have effective...
Answered 27 Oct 2025
Original Parliament recordPolice: ComplaintsHome OfficeTabled 20 Oct 2025AnsweredUIN 83693More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of recounting experiences during police complaint procedures on (a) victims and (b) survivors of stalking.
Answer: This Government recognises the devastating impact stalking can have on victims and survivors, and that they may be retraumatised by recounting their experiences.In submitting a complaint, it can be necessary for a complainant to recount some of the episod...
Answered 27 Oct 2025
Original Parliament recordProbateMinistry of JusticeTabled 20 Oct 2025AnsweredUIN 83543More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, if he will make it her policy to seek an agreement with the US Government on measures to minimise delays in UK probate cases where the deceased held assets in the US.
Answer: Applications for probate for the estate of an individual who died domiciled in England and Wales will normally be dealt with by reference to domestic laws.Where an estate involves foreign assets, the onus is on personal representatives to assess which law...
Answered 28 Oct 2025
Original Parliament recordCrown Prosecution ServiceHome OfficeTabled 20 Oct 2025AnsweredUIN 83542More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, if she will make an assessment of the potential merits of introducing AI solutions to minimise the need for the police to redact case files shared with the CPS.
Answer: Redaction is an important activity ensuring personal and sensitive information does not fall into the wrong hands. Any criminal justice process must ensure personal data is handled appropriately and lawfully, maintaining victim and witness confidence and ...
Answered 28 Oct 2025
Original Parliament recordCrown Prosecution ServiceHome OfficeTabled 20 Oct 2025AnsweredUIN 83541More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, if she will make an assessment of the potential impact of ending the requirement for police to redact casefiles that are passed to the Crown Prosecution Service on (a) response times and (b) victim ou
Answer: Redaction is an important activity ensuring personal and sensitive information does not fall into the wrong hands. Any criminal justice process must ensure personal data is handled appropriately and lawfully, maintaining victim and witness confidence and ...
Answered 28 Oct 2025
Original Parliament recordSizewell C Power Station: FinanceDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 20 Oct 2025AnsweredUIN 83523More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what steps his Department is taking to help support businesses affected by the Regulated Asset Base levy for Sizewell C.
Answer: The impact of Sizewell C RAB levies on consumers of the electricity system was considered as part of the business case process. To align with the approach taken for other renewable schemes and minimise distortions, eligible GB based Energy Intensive Indus...
Answered 28 Oct 2025
Original Parliament recordSizewell C Power Station: FinanceDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 20 Oct 2025AnsweredUIN 83522More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what assessment he made of the potential impact of the provision of funding for Sizewell C under the regulated asset base model on businesses.
Answer: The impact of Sizewell C RAB levies on consumers of the electricity system was considered as part of the business case process. To align with the approach taken for other renewable schemes and minimise distortions, eligible GB based Energy Intensive Indus...
Answered 28 Oct 2025
Original Parliament recordDoctors: TrainingDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 16 Oct 2025AnsweredUIN 82907More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps he is taking to (a) increase the number of specialist training posts for UK doctors and (b) remove barriers to practice for UK-trained doctors returning from overseas.
Answer: The 10-Year Health Plan, published on 3 July, set out that over the next three years, we will create 1,000 new specialty training posts with a focus on specialties where there is the greatest need. The plan also sets out that we will work across Governmen...
Answered 3 Nov 2025
Original Parliament recordDental Services: ChichesterDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 15 Oct 2025AnsweredUIN 82606More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps he is taking to increase the capacity of NHS dental services in Chichester constituency.
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 Chichester constituency, thi...
Answered 10 Nov 2025
Original Parliament recordMarine Management Organisation: FinanceDepartment for Environment, Food and Rural AffairsTabled 14 Oct 2025AnsweredUIN 82204More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, whether she plans to provide additional funding for the Marine Management Organisation.
Answer: On 11 June 2025, the Chancellor announced the outcome of the Spending Review 2025. The Spending Review 2025 set departmental budgets until 2028-29 for day-to-day spending, and until 2029-30 for capital investment. Defra is currently conducting business pl...
Answered 20 Oct 2025
Original Parliament recordFisheries: RegulationDepartment for Environment, Food and Rural AffairsTabled 14 Oct 2025AnsweredUIN 82203More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what assessment she has made of the effectiveness of the (a) Marine Management Organisation, (b) Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authorities and (c) Environment Agency in tackling (
Answer: Defra works closely with the Marine Management Organisation, Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authorities, and other organisations to make sure the appropriate arrangements to enforce fisheries regulations are in place to protect our waters. Building up...
Answered 22 Oct 2025
Original Parliament recordService Industries: Fees and ChargesDepartment for Business and TradeTabled 13 Oct 2025AnsweredUIN 81709More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, if he will make an assessment of the potential merits of bringing forward legislative proposals to cap companies' charges for (a) all customers and (b) the elderly (i) when customers are locked out of
Answer: Under the Consumer Rights Act 2015, traders are required to carry out a service with reasonable care and skill, and within reasonable time. Traders must also charge a “reasonable price” for services.Otherwise, the prices businesses charge for a service ar...
Answered 21 Oct 2025
Original Parliament recordHealth Services: Children and Young PeopleDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 13 Oct 2025AnsweredUIN 81708More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, whether he has made an assessment of the potential merits of allowing appropriately skilled professionals using a competency-based framework to undertake Initial Health Assessments.
Answer: Local authorities are responsible for making sure a health assessment of physical, emotional and mental health needs is carried out for every child they look after, regardless of where that child lives. Integrated care boards (ICBs) commission a health pr...
Answered 9 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordTheft: JuriesMinistry of JusticeTabled 13 Oct 2025AnsweredUIN 81707More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, if he will take steps to bring the financial threshold for electing for trial by jury for theft in line with that for charges of criminal damage.
Answer: In Part I of the Independent Review of the Criminal Courts, published July 9, Sir Brian Leveson recommends reclassifying certain triable either-way offences, including theft offences. We will set out our response to this and other aspects of his report in...
Answered 21 Oct 2025
Original Parliament recordVictims: MenMinistry of JusticeTabled 10 Oct 2025AnsweredUIN 80905More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, what recent assessment he has made of the adequacy of the levels of (a) protection and (b) support for male victims of (i) domestic violence, (ii) harassment and (iii) intimidation through the criminal justice sy
Answer: We recognise that men and boys experience crimes associated with domestic abuse, such as stalking, harassment, and sexual violence. That is why we are committed to ensuring male victims and survivors get the support they need. We are working tirelessly ac...
Answered 20 Oct 2025
Original Parliament recordElectrical SafetyMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled 10 Oct 2025AnsweredUIN 80904More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, if he will (a) review and (b) update legal obligations on electricity providers to (i) inspect, (ii) evaluate and (iii) replace (A) outdated and (B) dangerous wiring.
Answer: An electricity Distribution Network Operator's responsibility ends at the domestic cutout fuse. An electricity supplier’s responsibility ends at the meter. Anything on the consumer side of the meter is the building owner’s responsibility, including domest...
Answered 20 Oct 2025
Original Parliament recordPupils: Mobile PhonesDepartment for EducationTabled 10 Oct 2025AnsweredUIN 80903More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what steps her Department is taking to help tackle the use of smartphones by pupils in (a) primary and (b) secondary schools.
Answer: Mobile phones have no place in our schools.Schools should prohibit the use of mobile phones and other smart technology with similar functionality to mobile phones throughout the school day, including during lessons, the time between lessons, breaktimes an...
Answered 28 Oct 2025
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