Ruth Jones MP: written questions 2025
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Written questions
House of Lords: ReformCabinet OfficeTabled 16 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 100462More
Question: To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, when he plans to consult on his Department's proposals to replace the House of Lords with an alternative second chamber.
Answer: As a first step in reform of the House of Lords, the Government has introduced legislation to remove the right of hereditary peers to sit and vote in the House of Lords.The Government is committed to delivering further reform. The House of Lords has now a...
Answered 23 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordMobility Foundation: FinanceTreasuryTabled 16 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 100435More
Question: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what discussions she has had with the Motability Foundation on the the potential impact of her Department's changes to (a) VAT and (b) Insurance Premium Tax for the Motability Foundation on (i) funding for the Mobil
Answer: Prior to announcing tax changes to the Motability Scheme at Budget 2025, the Government engaged with the Motability Foundation to understand how tax changes would impact the Motability Scheme and their customers. For customers who cannot afford essential ...
Answered 23 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordBiocidal Products: RegulationDepartment for Work and PensionsTabled 15 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 99858More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, pursuant to the Answer of 26 November 2025 to question 94838, what impact enacting HSE proposals to change GB Classification, Labelling and Packaging will have on divergence between EU and GB mandatory
Answer: The Health and Safety Executive’s assessment is that the proposed changes to the GB Classification, Labelling and Packaging Regulation will not lead to greater divergence of the mandatory classification and labelling of individual substances between GB an...
Answered 23 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordFluorinated Gases: RegulationDepartment for Environment, Food and Rural AffairsTabled 15 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 99854More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what steps her Department is taking to ensure the hydrofluorocarbons phasedown proposed in the F Gas Regulation in Great Britain consultation allows industry adequate time for safety c
Answer: The consultation on reforming the hydrofluorocarbon phasedown seeks views from respondents about potential wider impacts from the proposal. We will take into account responses to those views when making decisions following the consultation.
Answered 19 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordFluorinated Gases: RegulationDepartment for Environment, Food and Rural AffairsTabled 15 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 99850More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, if she will meet with the heating, refrigeration and air conditioning industries to discuss the F Gas Regulation in Great Britain consultation.
Answer: Officials have been in regular contact with sector representatives during the current consultation on reforming the hydrofluorocarbon phasedown and before it. They welcome further discussions as part of ongoing engagement with the sector.
Answered 19 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordFluorinated Gases: RegulationDepartment for Environment, Food and Rural AffairsTabled 15 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 99848More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what assessment she has made of the adequacy of the (a) training and (b) certification of technicians in the use of alternative products during the planned transition away from fluorin
Answer: F-gas regulatory changes, such as training and certification, are out of the scope of the hydrofluorocarbon phasedown consultation but their importance in delivery of the phasedown is recognised. The UK Government, in collaboration with the Scottish and W...
Answered 19 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordFluorinated GasesDepartment for Environment, Food and Rural AffairsTabled 15 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 99846More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what assessment she has made of the adequacy of the availability of fluorinated gases during the planned transition to alternative gases.
Answer: The UK Government is consulting on proposed reforms to the GB hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) phasedown. The consultation closes on 17 December, and the Department will be carefully considering the responses. The consultation and accompanying De Minimis Assessmen...
Answered 18 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordSports: WalesDepartment for Culture, Media and SportTabled 15 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 99841More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, whether the £400m announced by her Department for grassroots sports facilities will apply to Wales and whether Barnett Consequentials will be provided.
Answer: The Government’s announcement of £400m of investment into grassroots sports over the next four years will ensure that we continue to deliver high-quality multi-sport facilities in communities that need them across the UK, including Wales, in order to incr...
Answered 22 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordMotabilityDepartment for Work and PensionsTabled 11 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 99252More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, when he plans to publish an Equality Impact Assessment for changes to the Motability scheme.
Answer: The Motability Scheme is a lifeline for many disabled people and families, supporting their independence by enabling them to lease a car, wheelchair accessible vehicle, scooter or powered wheelchair in exchange for an eligible disability benefit allowance...
Answered 18 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordMotability: Excise DutiesTreasuryTabled 11 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 99251More
Question: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of a) changes to Vehicle Exercise Duty and b) introduction of a Electric Vehicle Excise Duty on users of the Motability scheme leasing an electric vehicle.
Answer: As announced at Budget 2025, the Government is introducing Electric Vehicle Excise Duty (eVED) from April 2028, a new mileage charge for electric and plug-in hybrid cars, recognising that EVs contribute to congestion and wear and tear on the roads but pay...
Answered 18 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordMotability: WheelchairsDepartment for Work and PensionsTabled 11 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 99250More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what assessment has he made of the potential impact of the Government's changes to the Motability scheme on wheelchair users who do not use a wheelchair accessible vehicle.
Answer: The Motability Scheme is a lifeline for many disabled people and families, supporting their independence by enabling them to lease a car, wheelchair accessible vehicle, scooter or powered wheelchair in exchange for an eligible disability benefit allowance...
Answered 18 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordAnimal ExperimentsDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 10 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 98967More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what discussions she has had with OECD) about updating the OECD counterparts on recognised methods for assessing toxicity in the context of the Government's commitment to phase out the
Answer: The UK has OECD representatives who were involved in developing our strategy to replace animals in science, and will be involved in its delivery. The strategy groups animal tests according to their readiness for replacement, based on maturity of potential...
Answered 18 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordBreast Cancer: ScreeningDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 10 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 98943More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what discussions he has had with Welsh Government counterparts about sharing best practice around increasing screening uptake for breast cancer.
Answer: The UK National Screening Committee (UK NSC) advises ministers and the National Health Service in the four nations of the United Kingdom about all aspects of screening. The implementation of any UK NSC screening recommendation is a devolved matter.
Answered 19 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordSouth Asia: Religious FreedomForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 10 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 98889More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what assessment she has made of the potential implications for his policies of trends in the level of discrimination affecting religious-minority women in the garment sector
Answer: We remain concerned by the discrimination that affects religious minority women in South Asia's garment sector, and we continue to advocate for their fair treatment, equal opportunities and safe working conditions. UK-funded programmes across South Asia a...
Answered 18 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordBreast Cancer: Medical TreatmentsDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 8 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 97925More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what action his Department is taking to ensure that 85 per cent of breast cancer patients start treatment within 62 days of urgent referral.
Answer: We will support the National Health Service to increase capacity to meet the demand for diagnostic services through investment in new magnetic resonance imaging and computed tomography scanners. The Government is investing an extra £26 billion in the NHS ...
Answered 5 Jan 2026
Original Parliament recordBreast Cancer: DiagnosisDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 8 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 97924More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps his Department is taking to increase clinic capacity to help ensure that urgent breast referrals meet the 28 day Faster Diagnosis Standard.
Answer: We will support the National Health Service to increase capacity to meet the demand for diagnostic services through investment in new magnetic resonance imaging and computed tomography scanners. The Government is investing an extra £26 billion in the NHS ...
Answered 5 Jan 2026
Original Parliament recordBreast Cancer: ScreeningDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 8 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 97923More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, when NHS England will publish the breast screening uptake improvement plan.
Answer: In 2026, NHS England is planning to publish a Breast Screening Programme Uptake Improvement Review to help improve uptake and address inequalities.They aim to publish a review of actions taken at a national level by the NHS Breast Screening Programme so f...
Answered 5 Jan 2026
Original Parliament recordDigital Technology: DisadvantagedDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 8 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 97916More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, when will her Department publish the Government's response to its call for evidence following the publishing of its Digital Inclusion Action Plan: First Steps.
Answer: The Government wants everyone to benefit from the digital world—whether that’s saving money on bills, finding a better job, or accessing vital services like the NHS more easily.On 17 July the government published a summary of responses to our call for evi...
Answered 15 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordDigital Technology: DisadvantagedDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 8 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 97915More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what discussions she had with (a) the Financial Conduct Authority, (b) Ofwat, (c) Ofgem and (d) Ofcom on ensuring (i) services are accessible to residents who are not online and (ii) is
Answer: Digital inclusion can transform people’s lives for the better. Families can save money on their groceries and energy bills when they shop online; those looking for work can find better job opportunities and earn more; and people can more easily access the...
Answered 16 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordElectronic GovernmentDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 8 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 97913More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what steps she taking to assess the digital inclusivity of services offered through (a) Gov.uk and (b) the wider public sector.
Answer: Central Government assesses digital inclusivity of GOV.UK and wider public sector services through service assessment teams within GDS and Departments. These teams review services against the Government Service Standard, requiring user research with diver...
Answered 16 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordDigital Technology: DisadvantagedDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 8 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 97912More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, whether she has had recent discussions with the Chancellor the Exchequer on funding to support delivery of the long-term objectives in the Digital Inclusion Action Plan.
Answer: DSIT ministers and officials have worked closely with His Majesty’s Treasury to secure funding for digital inclusion that demonstrates the government’s commitment to delivering digital inclusion for everyone across the UK, regardless of their circumstance...
Answered 15 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordMotabilityDepartment for Work and PensionsTabled 8 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 97888More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of the proposed changes to the Motability scheme on the lived experience of users.
Answer: The package of reforms to the Motability Scheme announced as part of the Budget will ensure the Scheme delivers fairness for the taxpayer, while continuing to support disabled people. The Scheme will continue to offer a choice of affordable vehicles to me...
Answered 15 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordMotabilityDepartment for Work and PensionsTabled 8 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 97887More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, when he intends to meet representatives of the Motability Collective Campaign Group.
Answer: Ministers regularly meet representative groups of a range of types and every request to meet a Minister is given consideration.
Answered 15 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordAnimal ExperimentsDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 3 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 96753More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what assessment she has made of the potential merits of animal-free tests such as the AcutoX for phasing out the LD50 test.
Answer: The strategy uses ‘baskets’ to group animal tests according to their readiness for replacement, based on maturity of potential alternative methods. These initial baskets will be refined in consultation with stakeholders, noting that two LD/LC50 tests are ...
Answered 10 Dec 2025
Original Parliament recordAnimal ExperimentsHome OfficeTabled 3 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 96751More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what estimate she has made of the number of animals involved in LD50 tests by type of animal; and what assessment she has made of the effectiveness of those tests.
Answer: The Home Office publishes detailed annual statistics on the use of animals in science, including procedures for acute and sub-toxicity testing methods such as LD50 (Lethal Dose 50) and LC50 (Lethal Concentration 50). According to the latest published figu...
Answered 10 Dec 2025
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