Nadia Whittome MP: written questions
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Written questions
NHS: DatabasesDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 19 Jun 2026AnsweredUIN 11481More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, with reference to the Algorithmic Transparency Recording Standard, (a) how many algorithmic tools deployed through the NHS Federated Data Platform have been assessed as falling within the mandatory
Answer: The NHS Federated Data Platform (NHS FDP) safely connects information from different systems across the National Health Service into a single, secure environment. This allows staff to co-ordinate care better to improve outcomes for patients. The NHS FDP ...
Answered 29 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordNHS: DatabasesDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 19 Jun 2026AnsweredUIN 11480More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, whether an Equality Impact Assessment has been completed for the Inpatient and Outpatient Care Co-ordination Solution products used through the NHS Federated Data Platform to flag patients for remo
Answer: The NHS Federated Data Platform (NHS FDP) safely connects information from different systems across the National Health Service into a single, secure environment. This allows staff to co-ordinate care better to improve outcomes for patients. The NHS FDP ...
Answered 29 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordUniversity of Nottingham: FinanceDepartment for EducationTabled 18 Jun 2026AnsweredUIN 11205More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, whether the Office for Students has had discussions with the University of Nottingham on its compliance with conditions E1 and E2 of its conditions of registration following the approval by the University's Cou
Answer: The Office for Students (OfS) is an independent regulator and is responsible for determining how and when to use its regulatory powers, including when and how to engage with registered providers on compliance with conditions of registration.The department...
Answered 24 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordProstate Cancer: DiagnosisDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 18 Jun 2026AnsweredUIN 11204More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, a) what data is held on serious errors in interpreting PSA pathology results without reference to a patient’s medical history, b) and how the Department ensures such incidents are reported through
Answer: Data on serious errors in interpreting prostate-specific antigen (PSA) pathology results is not held centrally.Patient safety incidents relating to PSA testing are recorded on local risk management systems, of which Datix is one of a number of systems. Th...
Answered 29 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordAsylum: HotelsHome OfficeTabled 15 Jun 2026AnsweredUIN 10019More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of hotel closures on families and individuals who have established links in the cities and areas in which they have settled and who now face disper
Answer: All residents in a hotel no longer being used to accommodate asylum seekers will be provided with alternative suitable accommodation. Moves are coordinated by the accommodation provider, and options may include dispersal accommodation, alternative conting...
Answered 18 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordNHS: DrugsDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 12 Jun 2026AnsweredUIN 9496More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, if he will undertake an independent review of the UK medicines supply chain.
Answer: Whilst there are no plans to undertake an independent review, the resilience of United Kingdom supply chains is a key priority, and the Department and NHS England are committed to helping to build long term supply chain resilience for medicines. We are co...
Answered 17 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordDigital Technology: ChildrenDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 2 Jun 2026AnsweredUIN 6280More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what steps she plans to take to tackle the (a) algorithmic and (b) design features that maximise children's engagement.
Answer: Protecting children online is a priority for the Secretary of State and this government. The Online Safety Act provides strong foundations for protecting children across the UK. We have always been clear that we will build on that foundation and published...
Answered 12 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordIron and Steel: ImportsDepartment for Business and TradeTabled 29 May 2026AnsweredUIN 4417More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what assessment he has made the potential impact of the proposed steel trade measure on the adequacy of the range and supply of products that are not currently domestically manufactured; and what steps
Answer: The measure has been designed to strike the right balance between securing the future of domestic steelmaking while maintaining secure supply chains for downstream users. The measure only covers steel requirements that can be met in the UK. In some instan...
Answered 3 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordImmigration: ApplicationsHome OfficeTabled 29 May 2026AnsweredUIN 4416More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, for what reason applications for Indefinite Leave to Remain under the European Community Association Agreement (ECAA) route are subject to delays, including the processing times and backlogs of UK Vis
Answer: The volume of applications for Indefinite Leave to Remain under the ECAA route has increased significantly over the last twelve months; with applications received currently 65% above forecasted intake.Applications are routinely accompanied by exceptionall...
Answered 3 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordAntisemitism: CurriculumDepartment for EducationTabled 29 May 2026AnsweredUIN 4398More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what assessment she has made of the potential merits of making education on antisemitism mandatory in schools.
Answer: There is no place for antisemitism in our society.The department supports teachers through our Educate Against Hate website, which provides teachers with a range of free, quality-assured resources, including on building resilience to antisemitism, teachin...
Answered 4 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordChildren in Care: AsylumDepartment for EducationTabled 20 May 2026AnsweredUIN 3662More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what assessment she has made of the potential implications for her policies of increases in deaths of unaccompanied asylum-seeking young people, in the context of the findings of the report 'Deaths of unaccompa
Answer: The government is determined to address the shockingly high number of early deaths among care experienced young people, including unaccompanied asylum- seeking children and care leavers, who can be some of the most vulnerable people in our society due to ...
Answered 1 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordAsylum: DeathHome OfficeTabled 20 May 2026AnsweredUIN 3661More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what assessment she has made of the potential implications for her policies of the report 'Deaths of unaccompanied asylum-seeking young people in the care of, or supported by, local authorities' by Da
Answer: We welcome the report of the Da’aro Youth Project. The Home Secretary engages regularly with ministerial colleagues across government on a range of issues relating to asylum, including safeguarding and the welfare of vulnerable individuals.Last month, the...
Answered 10 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordDriving LicencesDepartment for TransportTabled 20 May 2026AnsweredUIN 3622More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what conversations her Department has had with the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency regarding (a) delays in training and testing and (b) the support available to trainees facing the imminent expiry of licenc
Answer: The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has seen unprecedented numbers of applications from people wishing to become approved driving instructors (ADI) - a 152% increase since 2018-19. Alongside this, the pass rate for the part 3 test has declined,...
Answered 8 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordClothing: CharitiesDepartment for Culture, Media and SportTabled 14 May 2026AnsweredUIN 1349More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, what assessment her Department has made of the adequacy of regulations governing charity-branded clothing collection bins operated by commercial companies.
Answer: Charity clothing collection banks operated by commercial companies can provide a regular source of income for charities whilst supporting the reuse and recycling of unwanted items. Companies operating collection banks must have written agreements with the...
Answered 20 May 2026
Original Parliament recordFuels: Air Ambulance ServicesDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 24 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 129714More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, if he will formally include air ambulance charities within national fuel resilience and prioritisation planning.
Answer: The UK benefits from a diverse and resilient fuel supply chain and remains well supplied across all fuel types. The Government regularly reviews which organisations provide essential services within the context of the National Emergency Plan for Fuel. Thi...
Answered 29 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordGeneral Practitioners: ContractsDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 15 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 127647More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, asking what assessment he has made of the potential impact of the General Practice Contract 2026–27 for England on a) patient safety and b) the long-term sustainability of general practice.
Answer: The Department and NHS England assessed the potential impacts of the proposed changes to the GP Contract on patient safety and the long-term sustainability of general practices (GPs) for 2026/27 throughout the policy-development process.In early 2026, we ...
Answered 21 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordSpecial Educational Needs: FinanceDepartment for EducationTabled 15 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 127573More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what steps she is taking to a) support High Level Need funding and b) support local authorities to meet statutory SEND duties.
Answer: High needs funding for children and young people with complex needs is continuing at an increased level of over £12 billion in the 2026/27 financial year, following an increase of 11% in 2025/26. Of that total, Nottingham City Council is being allocated o...
Answered 21 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordNHS: PalantirDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 13 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 126740More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, when his Department plans to make a decision on whether the Federated Data Platform and Associated Services contract with Palantir Technologies will be extended; and what contingency plans his Depa
Answer: We continually assess performance against the contract, and performance of the programme as a whole, and publish data on uptake and benefits each quarter. The National Health Service Federated Data Platform (FDP) programme is significantly exceeding its b...
Answered 28 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordEnvironment Protection: National SecurityDepartment for Environment, Food and Rural AffairsTabled 10 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 125544More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what steps his Department is taking in response to the Joint Intelligence Committee’s Nature Security Assessment to address the national security risks arising from accelerating biodiv
Answer: The Nature Security Assessment is a cross-government strategic analysis that brings together scientific evidence, policy analysis and national security expertise to inform long-term resilience and security planning. In response to the risks it identifies,...
Answered 16 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordDevelopment Aid: Voluntary Service OverseasForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 10 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 125500More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what discussions she has had with Voluntary Service Overseas (VSO) charity on the potential impact of recent and proposed changes in the level of Official Development Assista
Answer: Our partnership with Voluntary Service Overseas (VSO) has been extended until March 2027. The Active Citizenship through Inclusive Volunteering and Empowerment (ACTIVE) programme currently operates in 14 countries and works with local civil society groups...
Answered 20 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordPalestine: Politics and GovernmentForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 10 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 125273More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, with reference to her Department's document entitled FCDO archive inventory, updated on 12 March 2025, what steps her Department is taking to review and make available record
Answer: Last year, the UK made the historic decision to recognise the state of Palestine, noting that our commitment to supporting long-term peace stems not only from the current crisis but also from our historic responsibility to the region's security. Available...
Answered 27 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordBowel Cancer: Medical TreatmentsDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 10 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 125060More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps his Department is taking to help (a) ensure that the BREAKWATER treatment protocol for patients with BRAF-mutated bowel cancer is evaluated and funded as a matter of urgency, and (b) sec
Answer: The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) makes recommendations for the National Health Service on whether new licensed medicines and licence extensions for existing medicines should be routinely funded by the NHS based on an assessment...
Answered 21 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordCivil Servants: Workplace PensionsCabinet OfficeTabled 10 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 125045More
Question: To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, what recent steps his Department has taken to reduce backlogs in the Civil Service Pension Scheme administered by Capita.
Answer: The Cabinet Office awarded the contract to administer the Civil Service Pension Scheme to Capita in November 2023 under the previous government. The issues and delays facing a number of civil servants and pension scheme members in receiving their pension ...
Answered 15 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordVenisonDepartment for Environment, Food and Rural AffairsTabled 10 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 125038More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, whether he has made an assessment of the potential merits of distributing venison produced as a result of deer culling to food banks and other initiatives which support people in food
Answer: The Government published the Deer Impacts Policy Statement on 20 February 2026. The statement sets out actions to reduce the negative impacts deer have on the environment. This includes developing the venison supply chain. Defra is working with relevant s...
Answered 16 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordPalestine: Foreign RelationsForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 10 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 124946More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what assessment she has made of the potential implications for her policies on the Israel-Palestine conflict of the UK's role during the Mandate for Palestine.
Answer: Last year, the UK made the historic decision to recognise the state of Palestine, noting that our commitment to supporting long-term peace stems not only from the current crisis but also from our historic responsibility to the region's security. Available...
Answered 27 Apr 2026
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