Melanie Onn MP: written questions
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Written questions
Children in CareDepartment for EducationTabled 14 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 127130More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, how many looked-after children who were cared for in a family and friends foster placement as of 31 March 2025 had also previously been in (a) an unrelated foster placement, (b) another family and friends care
Answer: Information on children looked after is published in the annual statistical release available at: https://explore-education-statistics.service.gov.uk/find-statistics/children-looked-after-in-england-including-adoptions/2024.Full information on the former ...
Answered 22 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordChildren in CareDepartment for EducationTabled 14 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 127129More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, how many looked after children were cared for in a family and friends foster placement as of 31 March 2020, in each local authority; and in each year prior as far back as comparable statistical information is a
Answer: Information on the number of children looked after who were cared for in a family and friends foster placement by local authority between 2004 and 2020 and for 2025 is in the attached table.
Answered 22 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordChildren in CareDepartment for EducationTabled 14 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 127128More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, how many looked after children were cared for in a family and friends foster placement as of 31 March 2025, in each local authority.
Answer: Information on the number of children looked after who were cared for in a family and friends foster placement by local authority between 2004 and 2020 and for 2025 is in the attached table.
Answered 22 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordDriving Tests: ConductDepartment for TransportTabled 10 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 125483More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what assessment she has made of the effectiveness of the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency's complaints procedures for candidates who experience inappropriate behaviour from driving examiners.
Answer: The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has a published complaints process which enables driving test candidates to raise concerns about the standard of service they have received, including the behaviour of driving examiners. Complaints about driv...
Answered 20 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordHousing: WetlandsMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled 26 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 124167More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what measures the Government is considering to lower the cost of building new properties in marsh land areas in order to ensure they can be competitive in low value areas.
Answer: The government has no current plans to directly intervene to lower the cost of building new properties in marsh land areas.We are taking decisive action across a wide range of areas to support housebuilding across the country, including in lower value are...
Answered 17 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordWind Power: Humber EstuaryMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled 25 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 123699More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what progress has been made on developing the Able Humber Ports site at Killingholme following the awarding of the Industrial Strategy Zone Site Accelerator Grant funding.
Answer: As one of the twenty-two Industrial Strategy Zones across the UK, Humber Freeport was awarded £490,000 of Site Accelerator Grant to progress vital work to unlock a new quay and offshore wind supply‑chain hub at Immingham. Alongside the private sector inve...
Answered 14 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordFoster CareDepartment for EducationTabled 19 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 122167More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what assessment she has made of the extent to which foster carers approved by independent fostering agencies receive equivalent support from local authorities compared with in house foster carers.
Answer: Fostering is a challenging role that requires skills and dedication from those who foster, and it is crucial that foster carers receive the support they need to enable them to fulfil this role.The National Minimum Standards (NMS) for fostering sets out th...
Answered 30 Mar 2026
Original Parliament recordNHS: Crimes of ViolenceDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 11 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 119934More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what assessment his Department has made of the potential impact of the dissolution of NHS Protect on levels of violence against NHS workers.
Answer: NHS England’s Violence Prevention and Reduction (VPR) Standard was initiated in 2019 following the cessation of NHS Protect in 2017.The VPR standard provides employers with guidance and resources to support them in their development of local strategies to...
Answered 23 Mar 2026
Original Parliament recordGeneral Practitioners: SurgeryDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 5 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 118215More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, whether tariffs for procedures under the Minor Surgery Directed Enhanced Service have been adjusted to account for inflation, staff costs and premises costs since 2004.
Answer: Practices sign up to deliver the Minor Surgery Directed Enhanced Service. The Primary Medical Services (Directed Enhanced Services) Directions 2025 set out the national requirements for the Minor Surgery Directed Enhanced Service, with further information...
Answered 12 Mar 2026
Original Parliament recordGeneral Practitioners: SurgeryDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 5 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 118214More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what methodology his Department used to calculate tariffs set out in the Minor Surgery Directed Enhanced Service for (a) joint injections and (b) minor surgical excisions.
Answer: Practices sign up to deliver the Minor Surgery Directed Enhanced Service. The Primary Medical Services (Directed Enhanced Services) Directions 2025 set out the national requirements for the Minor Surgery Directed Enhanced Service, with further information...
Answered 12 Mar 2026
Original Parliament recordPublic Libraries: GrimsbyMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled 24 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 115579More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what discussions his Department has had with North East Lincolnshire Council on the closure of Grimsby Central Library.
Answer: My Department has held no specific discussions with North East Lincolnshire Council regarding the closure of Grimsby Central Library. In November 2024, the Department agreed a project adjustment request to Grimsby’s Town Deal for the diversion of £3.7m of...
Answered 9 Mar 2026
Original Parliament recordCandidates: TerrorismMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled 11 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 112905More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, if he take steps though the planned Elections Bill to ensure that individuals convicted of terrorist offences against the United Kingdom at home or abroad are disqualified from s
Answer: There are several existing disqualification criteria for standing as a candidate in elections in the UK which relate to criminal offences. For example, the Elections Act 2022 introduced a disqualification order for those convicted of intimidation or abuse...
Answered 26 Feb 2026
Original Parliament recordSecurity Guards: LicensingHome OfficeTabled 11 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 112782More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what assessment she has made of the consistency of training and professional standards required of security personnel who require a Security Industry Authority (SIA) licence and those working in secur
Answer: The private security industry plays a crucial role in keeping the public safe and it is critical that there is a high standard of regulatory oversight of the industry. The Security Industry Authority (SIA) provides such oversight by operating the regulato...
Answered 24 Feb 2026
Original Parliament recordIndustry: Carbon EmissionsTreasuryTabled 2 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 110029More
Question: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, whether HMRC plans to publish draft guidance for industry on the operation of the UK carbon border adjustment mechanism after spring 2026.
Answer: HMRC will publish detailed guidance ahead of 2027. The government recognises such guidance is essential for businesses to prepare for the introduction of the tax and meet the new requirements, effective from 1 January 2027. HMRC will work closely with key...
Answered 10 Feb 2026
Original Parliament recordRetail Trade: ApprenticesDepartment for Work and PensionsTabled 22 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 107716More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what assessment his Department has made of the adequacy of training provider capacity for the Fishmonger Apprenticeship Standard in meeting employer demand.
Answer: The Department actively monitors all registered apprenticeship training providers through compliance checks, performance reviews, and inspections to ensure quality standards are met. Where providers fail to meet these requirements, we take appropriate act...
Answered 3 Feb 2026
Original Parliament recordCarbon Emissions: TaxationTreasuryTabled 21 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 107390More
Question: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, when she plans to update Parliament on future expansions of the UK Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism, including whether refined petroleum products are under consideration for inclusion.
Answer: For the introduction of Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) in January 2027, the UK has focused on the sectors most at risk of carbon leakage within scope of the UK ETS, and where it is technically feasible to include products in scope.As announced ...
Answered 28 Jan 2026
Original Parliament recordMotorcycles: Excise DutiesTreasuryTabled 20 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 107058More
Question: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, if she will make a comparative assessment of Vehicle Excise Duty rates for motorcycles with cars; and whether she has plans to review the Vehicle Excise Duty framework for motorcycles.
Answer: Vehicle Excise Duty (VED), sometimes known as 'road tax' or 'car tax', is a tax on vehicles used or kept on public roads. Different rates apply to cars, vans, and motorcycles, and the rate for each vehicle is calculated according to a range of factors, su...
Answered 28 Jan 2026
Original Parliament recordBroadband: Coastal Areas and PortsDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 20 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 107057More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what assessment her Department has made of the adequacy of digital connectivity for businesses operating in ports, docks and coastal industrial zones.
Answer: Network coverage data published by Ofcom does not include specific datasets for ports, docks or coastal industrial zones.The Government recognises that high quality digital connectivity is essential for businesses in the UK, including those operating in p...
Answered 28 Jan 2026
Original Parliament recordPancreatic Enzyme Replacement TherapyDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 20 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 107056More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what assessment his Department has made of the potential impact of levels of pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy, including Creon, on patient health outcomes.
Answer: The Department has made no formal assessment of the potential impact of levels of pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy (PERT) on health outcomes. However, the Department engages routinely with a range of representatives including local and regional pharm...
Answered 27 Jan 2026
Original Parliament recordHousing: SalesMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled 13 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 105253More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what assessment his Department has made of the legal strength and enforceability of the TA6 seller’s property information form in residential property transactions.
Answer: The TA6 Property Information Form is designed and provided by the Law Society. The form itself is not prescribed in legislation, nor subject to regulatory oversight. There are wider requirements, under the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 20...
Answered 21 Jan 2026
Original Parliament recordSmall businesses: Delivery ServicesDepartment for Business and TradeTabled 8 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 104205More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what discussions he has had with Evri and other delivery companies on the potential impact of unreliable parcel delivery on small businesses.
Answer: The proper functioning of postal services is vital for small businesses. Delivery companies must provide a good service to their customers and reduce the number of lost, delayed or improperly delivered parcels. However, Evri and other delivery companies a...
Answered 13 Jan 2026
Original Parliament recordSurgeryDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 5 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 102783More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what guidance is currently issued to NHS trusts on post operative assessment following lower limb surgery, and whether this includes consideration of referral to podiatry or orthotics services.
Answer: It is recommended that all patients receiving surgery, including lower limb surgery, benefit from a structured perioperative care programme, which includes postoperative assessment as a key component. Our Elective Reform Plan commits to enhancing perioper...
Answered 12 Jan 2026
Original Parliament recordFootball: FinanceDepartment for Culture, Media and SportTabled 15 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 99878More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, what recent assessment she has made of the adequacy of her Department's funding for grassroots football clubs in (a) England, (b) areas of high deprivation and (c) Great Grimsby and Cleethorpes c
Answer: The Government is committed to supporting grassroots sport, including football, and ensuring everyone has access to quality sport. That is why we have committed another £400 million to transform facilities across the whole of the UK following the Spending...
Answered 18 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordPackaging: RecyclingDepartment for Environment, Food and Rural AffairsTabled 12 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 99517More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what discussions her Department has had with packaging manufacturers and distributors on the financial sustainability of Extended Producer Responsibility, and what steps she is taking
Answer: The Government has engaged extensively with packaging manufacturers, distributors and representative bodies as part of the development of the Extended Producer Responsibility scheme. This engagement has included public consultations, technical working gro...
Answered 18 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordRailways: LincolnshireDepartment for TransportTabled 12 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 99507More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what assessment her Department has made of the potential implications for her policies of the frequency of the cancellation of services on the Barton Line; and what steps are being taken to address this.
Answer: We recognise that recent performance on the Barton Line has been below what passengers rightly expect. The Department is aware that East Midlands Railway (EMR) is working to improve train performance on this route. To achieve this, EMR: Introduced a revis...
Answered 22 Dec 2025
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