Liz Jarvis MP: written questions
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Students: LoansDepartment for EducationTabled 13 May 2026AnsweredUIN 679More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what assessment her Department has made of the potential impact of freezing repayment thresholds and interest rate arrangements for Plan 2 student loans from 2027 on (a) low and middle income graduates and (b)
Answer: Plan 2 loans were designed and implemented by the previous government and, given the inherited fiscal situation, we are making tough but necessary decisions.It is important to consider this change in the round. We have increased the repayment threshold fo...
Answered 20 May 2026
Original Parliament recordCars: TheftHome OfficeTabled 13 May 2026AnsweredUIN 671More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what estimate her Department has made of the number of car thefts in Eastleigh constituency; what assessment she has made of the impact of (a) relay attacks, (b) CAN bus attacks and (c) other sophisti
Answer: The Home Office collects and publishes information on the number of vehicle offences recorded by the police in England and Wales. This information is published at Community Safety Partnership level, including Eastleigh.The latest information, for the year...
Answered 21 May 2026
Original Parliament recordPublic Transport: ConcessionsDepartment for TransportTabled 16 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 127910More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what assessment she has made of the adequacy of the current concessionary travel scheme in areas experiencing reductions in local bus services; and what steps she is taking to ensure that pensioners can access
Answer: The Government is committed to delivering better bus services and ensuring that everyone in England, including concessionary pass holders, can access the services they need. Our Bus Services Act 2025 puts passenger needs, reliable services and local accou...
Answered 24 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordImmigration Controls: EU CountriesHome OfficeTabled 15 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 127589More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of the implementation of the Entry-Exit System on British tourists travelling to countries in the European Union, including on (a) families travell
Answer: The Entry/Exit System (EES) is an EU system, and its implementation is a matter for the EU and its member states.The UK Government is engaging the European Commission and member states to encourage a pragmatic approach to EES that minimises disruption now...
Answered 20 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordDevelopment Aid: Global Polio Eradication InitiativeForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 10 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 125551More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what assessment her Department has made of the potential impact of changes to Official Development Assistance funding for the Global Polio Eradication Initiative on (a) globa
Answer: I refer the Hon. Member to the response given to question 126356 on 20 April.
Answered 20 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordLocal Government Services: Digital TechnologyMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled 10 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 125375More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether he plans to issue guidance to local authorities on maintaining non-digital access routes for services such as Home Waste Recycling Centres, for residents who are digitall
Answer: Local councils have a legal obligation to ensure their services are accessible. This includes offering non-digital options for all vital services, such as applications for Council Tax reductions, Housing Benefit, and Blue Badges. This is set out in the Eq...
Answered 27 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordIncontinence: ProductsDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 10 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 125369More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what assessment his Department has made of the adequacy of the level of NHS provision of continence containment products for people with severe disabilities; and whether he plans to issue guidance
Answer: The Department has not made a specific assessment as integrated care boards are responsible for commissioning continence services in their areas. These services include assessment, treatment, and, where clinically appropriate, the supply of continence pro...
Answered 20 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordDomestic Abuse: Criminal ProceedingsMinistry of JusticeTabled 10 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 124919More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of defendants changing a plea from not guilty to guilty at a late stage in proceedings on victims of offences of controlling or coercive behaviour under the Ser
Answer: We recognise that guilty pleas made earlier in the process can save victims and witnesses from the concern of having to give evidence, particularly in cases involving controlling or coercive behaviour or domestic abuse. Even if an offender pleads later in...
Answered 20 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordKetotifenDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 26 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 124287More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what assessment his Department has made of the adequacy of the supply of Ketotifen; and what steps he is taking to support primary care practitioners in the diagnosis and management of multi-system
Answer: The supplier of ketotifen (Zaditen) one milligram tablets has confirmed there is currently no shortage of this product, and it is in stock and available to order.General practitioners are responsible for ensuring their own clinical knowledge remains up-to...
Answered 16 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordSocial Media: HealthDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 26 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 124263More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of social media content moderation practices, including shadow banning, on the visibility of women’s health information online; and
Answer: The Online Safety Act does not prevent adults or children from accessing legal content about women’s health. Safeguards for freedom of expression have been built in throughout the framework of the Act, which places duties on platforms to protect users’ ri...
Answered 17 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordFuels: PricesDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 26 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 124223More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what assessment his Department has made of local variations in petrol and diesel prices between fuel retailers; and what steps he is taking to improve consistency and transparency.
Answer: The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) recent annual report found that competition has not strengthened since 2023, which was consistent with significant price variations within and between local areas. Fuel Finder is now live, with all petrol fillin...
Answered 17 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordCounterfeit Manufacturing: ClothingDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 26 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 124221More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what steps she has taken with Cabinet colleagues to (a) reduce the sale of counterfeit fashion goods and (b) improve coordination between enforcement agencies to tackle such activity.
Answer: (a) The Government is reducing the sale of counterfeit fashion goods by supporting Police, Trading Standards and Border Force to take targeted enforcement action, disrupt online sales, seize counterfeit goods and use Proceeds of Crime Act powers to recove...
Answered 16 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordAviation: FuelsDepartment for TransportTabled 26 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 124220More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what recent assessment her Department has made of trends in the level of jet fuel availability and pricing; what discussions she has had with airlines and industry stakeholders on fuel costs; and what assessmen
Answer: The Government is monitoring the impact of the conflict in the Middle East on fuel supplies, including jet fuel. In coordination with the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero we have worked with fuel suppliers, airlines and airports to understand l...
Answered 17 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordMast Cell Activation SyndromeDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 26 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 124217More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, whether Mast Cell Activation Syndrome is recognised within NHS England; whether national diagnostic guidelines for MCAS are being developed, including in relation to its association with neurologic
Answer: NHS England recognises mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS), and that patients may experience a spectrum of clinical presentations and symptoms making diagnosis challenging.NHS England is considering publishing guidance to help integrated care commission ...
Answered 14 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordInternet: FraudHome OfficeTabled 25 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 123825More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what timetable her Department has set for completing consideration of the proposals of the Independent Review of Fraud; how she will monitor the effectiveness of the Fraud Strategy 2026–2029 in reduci
Answer: The Government has received the Independent Review of Disclosure and Fraud Offence’s second report, Fraud in the Digital Age, and will publish it this in due course, alongside a statement of proposals progressed.Effectiveness of the Fraud Strategy 2026-20...
Answered 14 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordSpecial Educational Needs: ApprenticesDepartment for EducationTabled 25 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 123823More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what assessment her Department has made of the availability and accessibility of supported apprenticeships and supported internships for young people with Education, Health and Care Plans; whether a centrally h
Answer: Since 2022, the department has invested around £33 million in supported internships to provide more opportunities for young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) to transition into sustained, paid employment.As set out in the SEND ...
Answered 13 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordTaxis: Conditions of EmploymentDepartment for Business and TradeTabled 25 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 123802More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what assessment his Department has made of the structure and variability of commission fees charged by ride-hailing platforms to drivers in the UK; and what steps he is taking to ensure transparency an
Answer: The Department recognises the importance of ride-hailing platforms to the UK transport industry and continues to monitor published research and correspondence on employment practices in the sector.Commission arrangements are a contractual arrangement betw...
Answered 17 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordSchools: EastleighDepartment for EducationTabled 23 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 122763More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of declining pupil numbers on school budgets in Eastleigh constituency; and what steps her Department is taking to support schools experiencing financial def
Answer: School funding is increasing nationally by £1.7 billion in 2026/27, meaning that the core school budget will total £67 billion compared to £65.3 billion in 2025/26.Southampton and Hampshire local authorities allocate school funding for the constituency of...
Answered 31 Mar 2026
Original Parliament recordEar, Nose and Throat Conditions: SurgeryDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 18 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 121860More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what discussions his Department has had with Integrated Care Boards in South East England on the suspension of funding for septoplasty, turbinate surgery and functional septorhinoplasty.
Answer: Integrated care boards are responsible for commissioning National Health Services for their local populations and for deciding which treatments are routinely offered, based on clinical evidence, local need, and available resources. Decisions about individ...
Answered 25 Mar 2026
Original Parliament recordYoti: Data ProtectionDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 18 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 121853More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, if she will review the findings of the Spanish Data Protection Agency regarding the handling of biometric and personal data by Yoti; what safeguards are in place to help ensure that the
Answer: Yoti provides a range of digital identity and facial age estimation services, and its Digital ID app service is certified against the UK digital verification services trust framework. Services certified against the framework are entitled to be on a statut...
Answered 27 Mar 2026
Original Parliament recordChild Maintenance Service: StandardsDepartment for Work and PensionsTabled 17 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 121511More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what assessment his Department has made of the adequacy of legal oversight and procedural safeguards in the enforcement processes used by the Child Maintenance Service; and if he will review (a) the pro
Answer: The Child Maintenance Service (CMS) exists to ensure that children receive the financial support they are entitled to. When parents fail to financially support their children CMS have a range of enforcement powers that are provided for in the 1991 Child S...
Answered 25 Mar 2026
Original Parliament recordCare Workers: ParkingDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 17 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 121506More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what assessment his Department has made of the potential impact of parking fines on care workers providing in-home services; and if he will issue further (a) guidance and (b) introduce measures to
Answer: The Department has not made a formal assessment of the impact of parking fines on care workers providing in‑home services.Parking policy is devolved to local authorities, which already have the discretion to offer exemptions or dedicated permit schemes fo...
Answered 25 Mar 2026
Original Parliament recordMast Cell Activation SyndromeDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 16 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 121248More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps his Department is taking to support research into Mast Cell Activation Syndrome; and what steps he is taking to improve training for NHS healthcare professionals in the diagnosis and man
Answer: The Department funds research through the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR). The NIHR funds clinical, public health, and social care research and works in partnership with the National Health Service, universities, local government, o...
Answered 25 Mar 2026
Original Parliament recordMeningitis: Health EducationDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 16 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 121238More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps he is taking to improve awareness and prevention of all strains of meningitis among students and school staff; and whether he has reviewed the adequacy of current guidelines relating to
Answer: Meningococcal disease, both meningitis and septicaemia, is an uncommon but serious disease caused by meningococcal bacteria. The MenACWY vaccine offers good protection against several strains of meningococcal disease and is routinely offered to teenagers ...
Answered 30 Mar 2026
Original Parliament recordGyms and Health Services: Private SectorDepartment for Business and TradeTabled 16 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 121147More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, if his Department will take steps to help support private gym and health facilities facing rising operating costs.
Answer: The Government recognises pressures from rising operating costs on small businesses, including private gyms and health facilities. From April 2026, we are introducing permanently lower business‑rate multipliers for retail, hospitality and leisure properti...
Answered 19 Mar 2026
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