Joy Morrissey MP: written questions
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Written questions
Personal Independence Payment: Means-tested BenefitsDepartment for Work and PensionsTabled 23 Jun 2026AnsweredUIN 900683More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, if he will make an assessment of the potential merits of means testing PIP to ensure targeted support.
Answer: The purpose of the Timms Review is to ensure PIP is fair and fit for the future. As set out in the Terms of Reference for the Review, this government is committed to ensuring that PIP is a non-means tested cash benefit which is there for people in and out...
Answered 29 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordThames WaterDepartment for Environment, Food and Rural AffairsTabled 16 Jun 2026AnsweredUIN 10224More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, if she will make representations to Thames Water to continue to deliver (a) the Little Marlow Sewage Treatment Works upgrades and (b) other upgrades they have committed to.
Answer: This Government has been clear there is no excuse for poor performance, and we will not look the other way while companies routinely fail to meet agreed standards. Water companies must take seriously their role in meeting the public and regulators’ expect...
Answered 22 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordCAFCASSMinistry of JusticeTabled 16 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 127906More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, what discussions his Department has had with fathers’ advocacy groups on the practices of CAFCASS.
Answer: This Government engages with a wide range of stakeholders across the family justice sector to inform policy development. Further information on meetings between Ministers, senior officials and external organisations is published in the Department’s quarte...
Answered 23 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordFamily ProcedingsMinistry of JusticeTabled 16 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 127905More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, whether he has assessed trends in the level of regional variations in recommendations made by CAFCASS including differing outcomes for fathers.
Answer: The requested information is not held centrally by the Department or Cafcass. It may be held in court records, but to determine that and obtain it would require an analysis of individual case files at a disproportionate cost.We are committed to ensuring t...
Answered 23 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordCAFCASS: TrainingMinistry of JusticeTabled 16 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 127904More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, what guidance is issued to Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service officers on ensuring neutrality between parents in family court proceedings.
Answer: Cafcass provides learning for all colleagues on recognising and reflecting on bias as part of its wider approach to equality, diversity and inclusion. All colleagues are required to complete mandatory Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) e‑learning, al...
Answered 24 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordCustodyMinistry of JusticeTabled 16 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 127903More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, how CAFCASS ensures that safeguarding considerations are balanced with the rights of both parents to maintain meaningful relationships with children.
Answer: Cafcass provides learning for all colleagues on recognising and reflecting on bias as part of its wider approach to equality, diversity and inclusion. All colleagues are required to complete mandatory Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) e‑learning, al...
Answered 24 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordCustodyMinistry of JusticeTabled 16 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 127902More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, what proportion of cases involving CAFCASS resulted in recommendations for primary residence with (a) mothers and (b) fathers in the most recent year for which data is available.
Answer: The requested information is not held centrally by the Department or Cafcass. It may be held in court records, but to determine that and obtain it would require an analysis of individual case files at a disproportionate cost.We are committed to ensuring t...
Answered 23 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordFamily Proceedings: FathersMinistry of JusticeTabled 16 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 127901More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, whether he plans to commission an independent review into the practices of CAFCASS to assess whether fathers are treated equitably in family court proceedings.
Answer: The Government does not have plans to commission an independent review of the work of Cafcass.Cafcass operates independently and is subject to robust oversight and assurance arrangements, in line with the Arms-Length Body Code of Practice and its Framewor...
Answered 23 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordCAFCASS: ComplaintsMinistry of JusticeTabled 16 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 127900More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, how many complaints have been made against CAFCASS in each of the last five years alleging (a) discrimination and (b) bias against fathers; and how many such complaints were upheld.
Answer: Cafcass does not record structured data in its complaints case management system to enable reporting on how many complaints have been made against Cafcass in each of the last five years alleging (a) discrimination and (b) bias against fathers; and how man...
Answered 24 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordCAFCASS: TrainingMinistry of JusticeTabled 16 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 127899More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, what training is provided to staff of CAFCASS on unconscious bias, with particular reference to fathers in family court proceedings.
Answer: Cafcass provides learning for all colleagues on recognising and reflecting on bias as part of its wider approach to equality, diversity and inclusion. All colleagues are required to complete mandatory Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) e‑learning, al...
Answered 24 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordCAFCASSMinistry of JusticeTabled 16 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 127898More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, whether his Department collects data on the recommendations made by CAFCASS disaggregated by the gender of each parent.
Answer: The requested information is not held centrally by the Department or Cafcass. It may be held in court records, but to determine that and obtain it would require an analysis of individual case files at a disproportionate cost.We are committed to ensuring t...
Answered 23 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordFamily ProceedingsMinistry of JusticeTabled 16 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 127897More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, what comparative assessment he has made of the adequacy of case outcomes involving the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service for (a) fathers and (b) mothers.
Answer: The requested information is not held centrally by the Department or Cafcass. It may be held in court records, but to determine that and obtain it would require an analysis of individual case files at a disproportionate cost.We are committed to ensuring t...
Answered 23 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordCircumcisionDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 10 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 125094More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what data her Department holds on complications arising from male circumcision for non-medical purposes.
Answer: Information on complications arising from male circumcision for non-medical purposes is not held in the format requested.
Answered 20 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordCircumcisionDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 10 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 125093More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what is the minimum age requirement for practitioner of male circumcision for non-medical purposes.
Answer: There is no requirement in law for a practitioner performing non-therapeutic male circumcision (NTMC) to be of a minimum age. If an NMTC procedure is carried out by a regulated healthcare professional, they will be subject to oversight by the relevant pro...
Answered 21 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordAsylum: HousingHome OfficeTabled 24 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 123318More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, if she will ensure that hon. Members are consulted on proposals for provision of asylum accommodation within their constituencies.
Answer: The Home Office works closely with local authorities on all proposals for asylum accommodation. Engagement with local authority officials is a vital part of the procurement and mobilisation process, ensuring they are aware of ongoing activity in their are...
Answered 2 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordEnergy: Manufacturing IndustriesDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 20 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 114053More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what steps he is taking to support the development of domestic energy manufacturing capability, particularly where companies are willing to invest in UK production subject to demand visibilit
Answer: The Government’s industrial strategy and economic growth ambitions are underpinned by large-scale public investment into UK manufacturing and proactive measures to secure demand for UK made products through the deployment of clean energy technology. Flags...
Answered 2 Mar 2026
Original Parliament recordSmall Businesses: ProcurementDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 20 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 114052More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what assessment he has made of the adequacy of public procurement guidance in supporting SME participation and the domestic economy; and what steps he is taking to help mitigate market concen
Answer: The Government’s industrial strategy and economic growth ambitions are underpinned by large-scale public investment into UK manufacturing and proactive measures to secure demand for UK made products through the deployment of clean energy technology. Flags...
Answered 2 Mar 2026
Original Parliament recordManufacturing Industries: ProcurementDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 20 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 114051More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, if he will ensure that UK-based firms offering comparable pricing and British-backed warranties are prioritised in procurement processes over Chinese manufacturers.
Answer: The Government’s industrial strategy and economic growth ambitions are underpinned by large-scale public investment into UK manufacturing and proactive measures to secure demand for UK made products through the deployment of clean energy technology. Flags...
Answered 2 Mar 2026
Original Parliament recordSolar Power: ProcurementDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 20 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 114050More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what assessment his Department has made of the potential impact of solar procurement decisions on UK-based manufacturing capacity and employment within the domestic solar supply chain.
Answer: Accelerating solar deployment presents valuable opportunities for employment and growth in the domestic supply chain. Our Solar Roadmap estimated that solar could support up to 35,000 UK jobs by 2030. Key areas for growth include developing cutting-edge s...
Answered 2 Mar 2026
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