Stuart Anderson MP: written questions
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Defence Equipment: MineralsMinistry of DefenceTabled 12 Jun 2026AnsweredUIN 9372More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what proportion of the critical minerals supply chain relies on a single source.
Answer: The Department is addressing dependencies on concentrated sources of Critical Minerals likely to be affecting the defence sector by improving visibility and enhancing collaboration with industry and like-minded Allies (including NATO and Australia). Effor...
Answered 18 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordDefence Equipment: MineralsMinistry of DefenceTabled 12 Jun 2026AnsweredUIN 9371More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what progress he has made on diversifying the critical minerals supply chain in the defence industry.
Answer: The Department is addressing dependencies on concentrated sources of Critical Minerals likely to be affecting the defence sector by improving visibility and enhancing collaboration with industry and like-minded Allies (including NATO and Australia). Effor...
Answered 18 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordChina: MineralsMinistry of DefenceTabled 12 Jun 2026AnsweredUIN 9370More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what proportion of the critical minerals supply chain in the defence industry relies on China.
Answer: The Department is addressing dependencies on concentrated sources of Critical Minerals likely to be affecting the defence sector by improving visibility and enhancing collaboration with industry and like-minded Allies (including NATO and Australia). Effor...
Answered 18 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordDefence: ProcurementMinistry of DefenceTabled 12 Jun 2026AnsweredUIN 9369More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, how his Department determines whether (a) imports and (b) procurement contracts in the defence supply chain impact (i) operational resilience and (ii) freedom of action.
Answer: The Ministry of Defence assesses imports and procurement contracts by examining whether they create critical dependencies, single points of failure or reliance on external approval regimes. It considers the impact of disruption on the continuity of milita...
Answered 18 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordDefence: ProcurementMinistry of DefenceTabled 12 Jun 2026AnsweredUIN 9368More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the answer given on 8 June 2026 to Question 6003, what criteria his Department uses in procurement to determine whether suppliers are high-risk.
Answer: The Department does not use a single fixed definition of a “high risk supplier”. Instead, suppliers are assessed case by case against factors including financial fragility, exposure to high-risk geographies, criticality to defence capability, supply chain...
Answered 22 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordHospitality Industry: South ShropshireTreasuryTabled 11 Jun 2026AnsweredUIN 9072More
Question: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what fiscal steps she is being taken to help support the hospitality sector in South Shropshire constituency.
Answer: The Government recognises the important role hospitality businesses play both in terms of its economic contribution but also to our culture.The Chancellor has announced a temporary reduced rate of VAT over the summer holidays on family attractions as well...
Answered 18 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordLeisure CentresDepartment for Culture, Media and SportTabled 11 Jun 2026AnsweredUIN 9071More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, what steps her Department is taking to help support the sustainability of leisure centres.
Answer: The Government recognises the importance of ensuring public access to leisure facilities which are vital spaces for people of all ages to stay fit and healthy, and which play an important role within communities. The ongoing responsibility of providing ac...
Answered 18 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordProductivity: Rural AreasTreasuryTabled 11 Jun 2026AnsweredUIN 9070More
Question: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what fiscal steps her Department is taking to increase rural productivity.
Answer: The Government allocated a record amount to sustainable farming and food production over this Parliament at the Spending Review 2025. This will boost productivity and protect the natural ecosystems underpinning food production and broader economy activity...
Answered 23 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordCancer: Health ServicesDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled 8 Jun 2026AnsweredUIN 7591More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps he is taking to tackle rural disparities in cancer care.
Answer: The Department recognises that cancer outcomes remain poorest in some rural areas. To support improvement, the Government has provided £200 million of ring‑fenced funding for Cancer Alliances in 2026/27 to improve cancer pathway performance and reduce del...
Answered 16 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordBuses: DrivingDepartment for TransportTabled 8 Jun 2026AnsweredUIN 7590More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what assessment she has made of the potential merits of introducing skills bootcamps for the public service vehicles sector that mirror those available to HGV drivers.
Answer: The Government recognises that the bus and coach sector has had issues recruiting and retaining drivers in recent years and is considering a number of measures to support driver recruitment. We are taking time to fully assess the challenges around driver ...
Answered 16 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordMembers: CorrespondenceDepartment for EducationTabled 8 Jun 2026AnsweredUIN 7498More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, when she plans to respond to the email from the hon. Member for South Shropshire dated 2 March 2026, case reference SA36545.
Answer: I can confirm that a response to the letter of 2 March 2026 from the hon. Member for South Shropshire was sent on 15th June 2026.
Answered 15 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordAmodil GroupDepartment for Business and TradeTabled 8 Jun 2026AnsweredUIN 7497More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, pursuant to the Answer of 4 June 2026 to Question 5395 on Amodil Group, whether his Department plans to hold discussions with Amodil before 1 July 2026.
Answer: I confirm that officials at the Department for Business and Trade have contacted the company to offer them a meeting.
Answered 11 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordPostal Services: Rural AreasDepartment for Business and TradeTabled 4 Jun 2026AnsweredUIN 6787More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what steps he is taking to help improve postal services in rural areas.
Answer: The government remains committed to ensuring a reliable and accessible universal postal service for users across the UK, including in rural areas.Ofcom’s changes to Royal Mail’s USO requirements are intended to meet customer needs, improve reliability of ...
Answered 9 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordLitter: Rural AreasDepartment for Environment, Food and Rural AffairsTabled 4 Jun 2026AnsweredUIN 6786More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what steps her Department is taking to help tackle littering in rural areas.
Answer: Local councils have legal powers to take enforcement action against offenders of littering including in rural areas.Anyone caught littering may be prosecuted in a magistrates’ court, which can lead to a criminal record and a fine of up to £2,500 on convic...
Answered 8 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordIron and Steel: Import DutiesDepartment for Business and TradeTabled 3 Jun 2026AnsweredUIN 6491More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what assessment he has made of the adequacy of the ability of UK producers to meet domestic demand for stainless steel tubes in the context of upcoming tariffs on steel imports.
Answer: The Government has considered the ability of UK producers to meet domestic demand for stainless steel products, including large rods and tubes, and that is being factored into the trade measure design.The measure has been designed to strike a balance betw...
Answered 9 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordIron and Steel: Import DutiesDepartment for Business and TradeTabled 3 Jun 2026AnsweredUIN 6490More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what assessment he has made of the adequacy of the ability of UK producers to meet domestic demand for large stainless steel rods in the context of upcoming tariffs on steel.
Answer: The Government has considered the ability of UK producers to meet domestic demand for stainless steel products, including large rods and tubes, and that is being factored into the trade measure design.The measure has been designed to strike a balance betw...
Answered 9 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordChina: Defence EquipmentMinistry of DefenceTabled 2 Jun 2026AnsweredUIN 6004More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what steps he is taking to help ensure that the defence sector's supply chain for rare earth metals does not depend on China.
Answer: In line with Vision 2035: Critical Minerals Strategy, the Ministry of Defence (MOD) contributes to wider government work to diversify the UK critical minerals supply chain, including rare earth metals, and reduce reliance on a single source. We are workin...
Answered 8 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordChina: Defence EquipmentMinistry of DefenceTabled 2 Jun 2026AnsweredUIN 6003More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what assessment he has made of the adequacy of national security import controls to prevent dependence on Chinese companies for consumable equipment in the defence supply chain.
Answer: The Department assesses that existing national security import controls, alongside wider procurement and security frameworks, are robust and sufficient to manage risks of dependence on Chinese suppliers. Procurement is subject to strict due diligence, sup...
Answered 8 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordAmodil GroupDepartment for Business and TradeTabled 1 Jun 2026AnsweredUIN 5395More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, further to his comments at the Second Reading of the Steel Industry (Nationalisation) Bill on Thursday 21 May 2026, whether he intends to reach out to Amodil to discuss the impact of steel tariffs on t
Answer: As the Secretary for State stated on 21 May, we can look into any specific issues Amodil raises. This Government recognises the value of downstream, including stockholders, alongside a resilient steelmaking sector.We will be in touch with the company to t...
Answered 4 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordRetail Trade: ShropshireDepartment for Business and TradeTabled 1 Jun 2026AnsweredUIN 5394More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what steps he is taking to help support the level of footfall on high streets in South Shropshire constituency.
Answer: Our Plan for Small Businesses, published in July 2025, places high streets at the centre of economic renewal, recognising them as vital centres of growth and employment.The Plan sets out how we will help improve footfall to high streets in South Shropshir...
Answered 9 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordDairy FarmingDepartment for Environment, Food and Rural AffairsTabled 1 Jun 2026AnsweredUIN 5393More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what steps she is taking to help support dairy farmers.
Answer: I refer the hon. Member to the reply previously given to the hon. Member for Wrexham, Andrew Ranger, on 23 February, PQ UIN 112856.
Answered 9 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordPolice: StaffHome OfficeTabled 1 Jun 2026AnsweredUIN 5392More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what assessment her Department has made of the potential impact of changes in the number of police officers on trends in the level of crime in rural areas.
Answer: Decisions on the deployment of police officers and resourcing are matters for Chief Constables and Police and Crime Commissioners, who are best placed to determine how to respond to local need, including in rural communities. The Government’s Neighbourhoo...
Answered 18 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordRoads: South ShropshireDepartment for TransportTabled 1 Jun 2026AnsweredUIN 5391More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what steps she is taking to help improve road safety in South Shropshire constituency.
Answer: On 7 January 2026 we published our new Road Safety Strategy, setting out our vision for a safer future on our roads for all. This aims to improve road safety at a national level, so improvements should be seen in South Shropshire. The Strategy sets an amb...
Answered 8 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordTourism: Rural AreasDepartment for Culture, Media and SportTabled 29 May 2026AnsweredUIN 4305More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, what steps she is taking to support rural tourism businesses.
Answer: The Government recognises the vital role that tourism businesses play in attracting visitors to rural constituencies and supporting economic growth and local pride.Our forthcoming Visitor Economy Growth Strategy will highlight the importance of rural and ...
Answered 8 Jun 2026
Original Parliament recordVillage Halls: FacilitiesDepartment for Environment, Food and Rural AffairsTabled 29 May 2026AnsweredUIN 4304More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what steps her Department is taking to assist village halls to upgrade their facilities.
Answer: This Government recognises the vital role of village halls as part of the social infrastructure in rural communities. In 2026-27 Defra has given a grant of £1.7m to Action with Communities in Rural England (ACRE), England’s largest rural grouping of commu...
Answered 10 Jun 2026
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