Ruth Jones MP: written questions 2026
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Tidal Power: Ynys MônDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 14 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 127122More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what steps his Department taking to support delivery of the Morlais tidal stream project in Anglesey.
Answer: The UK Government supports the Morlais tidal stream project primarily through the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme, our main mechanism for supporting low‑carbon electricity generation. Tidal stream projects deployed at Morlais have secured CfD contra...
Answered 20 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordTidal Power: FinanceDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 14 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 127121More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what assessment he has made of the potential merits of increasing the budget for (a) tidal stream technologies and (b) other Pot 2 technologies in Allocation Round 8 above the £15 million pro
Answer: For Allocation Round 8 of the Contracts for Difference scheme, the Government will consider a range of factors when setting budgets and parameters for tidal stream and other technologies, including the pipeline of eligible projects, progress towards decar...
Answered 20 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordVeterinary Services: Animal WelfareDepartment for Environment, Food and Rural AffairsTabled 13 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 126680More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, with reference to the Animal Law Foundation's report entitled A Pig’s Tail: How Europe is moving beyond routine tail docking, published in April 2026, what assessment she has made of t
Answer: As the Government made clear in the Animal Welfare Strategy for England, we take the issue of pig tail docking very seriously. Working with industry and the veterinary profession to reduce the prevalence of tail docking is a priority. The Government will ...
Answered 20 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordVeterinary Services: Animal WelfareDepartment for Environment, Food and Rural AffairsTabled 13 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 126679More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, whether the Government's Animal Welfare Strategy's commitment to work with the veterinary profession to reduce tail docking will involve specific guidance for vets to ensure they are n
Answer: The Department has recently engaged with the Pig Veterinary Society and the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons regarding reducing the incidence of pig tail docking, and we are now carefully considering the appropriate next steps, including the possibili...
Answered 21 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordIndia: Religious FreedomForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 13 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 126678More
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 of the state of freedom of religion or belief in India; and what discussions she has had with her
Answer: We take the issues of freedom of religion and belief across the world very seriously. I refer the Hon Member to the answer provided on 9 March in response to Question 116730.
Answered 16 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordToys and Games: ChemicalsDepartment for Business and TradeTabled 10 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 125570More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what assessment he has made of the potential harms posed to children by the presence of bisphenols in children’s toys.
Answer: Legalisation is clear that all toys must be safe before being placed on our market. The government is aware of the growing concerns regarding endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs). This is a complex scientific issue, and we will be seeking views in our up...
Answered 20 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordToys and Games: Per- and Polyfluorinated Alkyl SubstancesDepartment for Business and TradeTabled 10 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 125569More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what recent assessment he has made of the potential harms posed to children by the presence of (a) perfluoroalkyl and (b) polyfluoroalkyl substances in children’s toys.
Answer: There is growing concern that widespread use of PFAS may generate risks to human health. The PFAS Plan, published on 3 February 2026, sets out the Government’s approach to minimising the harmful effects of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PF...
Answered 20 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordToys and Games: ChemicalsDepartment for Business and TradeTabled 10 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 125568More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what recent assessment he has made of the potential harms posed to children by endocrine disrupting chemicals in toys.
Answer: Legalisation is clear that all toys must be safe before being placed on our market. The government is aware of the growing concerns regarding endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs). This is a complex scientific issue, and we will be seeking views in our up...
Answered 20 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordToys and Games: SafetyDepartment for Business and TradeTabled 10 Apr 2026AnsweredUIN 125567More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, whether he plans to consult on the potential merits of aligning the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011 with EU Regulation 2025/2509 on the safety of toys.
Answer: The Government continues to closely monitor regulatory activity in the EU and assesses EU regulations on a case-by-case basis. It is right that the Government proceeds with policy changes in GB with due consultation and scrutiny. This is balanced with the...
Answered 20 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordDogs: InsuranceDepartment for Environment, Food and Rural AffairsTabled 26 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 124222More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, with reference to the withdrawal of third-party public liability insurance from the Dogs Trust Companion Club scheme, effective 1st July, whether her department is taking steps to devi
Answer: Defra is working to ensure owners are supported to remain compliant with the law once the current insurance product ends. Dog owners must continue to meet all existing legal requirements but do not need to take any further action at this stage.
Answered 14 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordEnergy: PricesDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 25 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 123827More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what assessment he has made of the potential merits of the receipt of benefits designed to support disabled people with the additional costs of living with disability, such as a) PIP, b) DLA
Answer: The Government recognises that families and businesses across the country will see the recent global events and once again be concerned about the impact on their energy bills. The Government continues to monitor the situation closely. Contingency planning...
Answered 13 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordEnergy: PricesDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled 25 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 123826More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what consideration he has given to the additional energy needs of disabled people who do not receive means tested benefits when evaluating potential energy bill support for households as a re
Answer: The Government recognises that families and businesses across the country will see the recent global events and once again be concerned about the impact on their energy bills. The Government continues to monitor the situation closely. Contingency planning...
Answered 13 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordAnimal WelfareDepartment for Environment, Food and Rural AffairsTabled 25 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 123776More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, when she plans to lay the Activity Regulations to give effect to the Animals (Low Welfare Activities Abroad) Act 2023; and which activities she plans to prioritise.
Answer: The Animals (Low Welfare Activities Abroad) Act 2023 provides a framework for the introduction of future bans on the advertising and offering for sale, in England and Northern Ireland, of low-welfare animal activities abroad. As set out in the animal welf...
Answered 13 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordLeave: PetsDepartment for Work and PensionsTabled 23 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 122871More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what assessment his Department has made of trends in the level of pet-related work absences, including those linked to veterinary care and emergencies.
Answer: The Government does not collect or hold information on the reasons for absence relating to the care of pets, including those linked to veterinary care and emergencies. Employers are responsible for managing wider categories of employee absence, including ...
Answered 27 Mar 2026
Original Parliament recordEmployment: PetsDepartment for Work and PensionsTabled 23 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 122870More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what comparative assessment his Department has made of the potential impact of (a) companion animal care functions and (b) informal caregiving on labour market participation.
Answer: The Department for Work and Pensions has made no assessment of pet‑related factors on labour market participation, productivity or flexibility. The Government does not collect or hold information on the impact that pet ownership has on the labour market. ...
Answered 13 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordEmployment: PetsDepartment for Work and PensionsTabled 23 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 122869More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what assessment his Department has made of the potential impact of pet ownership on a) productivity, b) labour market participation and c) flexibility.
Answer: The Department for Work and Pensions has made no assessment of pet‑related factors on labour market participation, productivity or flexibility. The Government does not collect or hold information on the impact that pet ownership has on the labour market. ...
Answered 13 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordAnimal Welfare: Disclosure of InformationHome OfficeTabled 23 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 122797More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what assessment has she made of the potential merits of expanding the Police's right of disclosure to include incidents of animal abuse.
Answer: The Police National Computer holds all relevant information for prosecutions made for animal cruelty offences under the Animal Welfare Act 2006. Certain organisations, including non-police public bodies such as the Disclosure and Barring Service and the C...
Answered 13 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordAnimal Welfare: ConvictionsDepartment for Environment, Food and Rural AffairsTabled 23 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 122792More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, if she will make an assessment of the potential merits of creating a national animal abuse register to record the names of people who have been found guilty of crimes against animals.
Answer: The Government does not currently have plans to assess the benefits of a national animal abuse register. Defra continue to work closely with enforcement partners to strengthen existing protections for animals.
Answered 13 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordVietnam: Political Prisoners and Religious FreedomForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 23 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 122790More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what representations she has made to the Government of Vietnam regarding the release of political prisoners requiring medical care; and what steps she is taking to promote fr
Answer: Vietnam is a focus country in the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office's Freedom of Religion and Belief Strategy, launched in July 2025, and we raise the issue on a regular basis with the Government of Vietnam. We also regularly raise concerns abo...
Answered 30 Mar 2026
Original Parliament recordLarge Goods Vehicle Drivers: FacilitiesDepartment for TransportTabled 18 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 121850More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what assessment she has made of the potential risks to supply chains of inadequate roadside facilities for lorry drivers.
Answer: The Department for Transport has not carried out an assessment of the potential risks to supply chains of inadequate roadside facilities. The National Survey of Lorry Parking was last conducted in 2022 and provided the evidence base for the HGV Parking Ma...
Answered 25 Mar 2026
Original Parliament recordLarge Goods Vehicle Drivers: FacilitiesDepartment for TransportTabled 18 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 121849More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what assessment she has made of regional disparities in the availability of lorry diver facilities; and what steps her Department is taking to ensure consistent provision across England.
Answer: A national survey of lorry parking is underway to provide a fresh baseline on the availability of secure lorry parking and HGV driver welfare provision throughout England. This will include region by region analysis of overnight lorry parking, utilisation...
Answered 25 Mar 2026
Original Parliament recordParents: Advisory ServicesDepartment for EducationTabled 17 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 121472More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what assessment she has made of the potential merits of international models of digital parenting support for screen time, such as in Australia.
Answer: On 27 March, the government published guidance on screen time for children aged 0 to 5 on the Best Start in Life website. The guidance is informed by an expert panel’s independent report on quantitative and qualitative research, including engagement with ...
Answered 22 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordParents: Advisory ServicesDepartment for EducationTabled 17 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 121471More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what learnings she has taken from the PESP rollout in Australia when developing the commitment to the digital parenting offer contained in the BSIL strategy.
Answer: The Best Start in Life strategy sets out the government’s commitment to widening access to high-quality, evidence-based parenting and home learning environment support. This will help ensure that families receive the interventions most effective in suppor...
Answered 8 Apr 2026
Original Parliament recordAnimal ExperimentsDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled 17 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 121412More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, pursuant to the Answer of 12 March 2026 to Question 117875 on Animal Experiments: Licensing, what assessment she has made of the adequacy of the funding mentioned in her answer for the
Answer: The Government has announced £75m of funding to accelerate alternatives and innovation, with new capabilities being developed across the UK. This funding will help bring forward advanced testing methods that can save lives and support a faster, science‑le...
Answered 24 Mar 2026
Original Parliament recordElectoral Register: WalesMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled 12 Mar 2026AnsweredUIN 120398More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what discussions has she had with representatives from Welsh Government on the results of its automatic voter registration pilots.
Answer: The Welsh Government’s automatic voter registration pilots are discussed when Ministers from across the UK attend the regular meetings of the Interministerial Group (IMG) for Elections and Registration. The meetings are led by the ministers with election ...
Answered 18 Mar 2026
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