Written questions by Khan.

What assessment he has made of opportunities for joint UK–Türkiye commercial activity in third-country markets.

Awaiting answer.

What assessment she has made of the factors that led to the reduction in the Teachers’ Pension Scheme employer contribution rate from 28.68 per cent to 17.68 per cent from April 2027; and whether her Department has assessed the likelihood of employer contribution rates increasing again at the next scheme valuation or review.

Awaiting answer.

What discussions she has had with representatives of the higher education sector on ensuring that universities retain appropriate institutional autonomy in relation to pension provision; and whether she is considering any changes to the regulatory framework governing participation in the Teachers’ Pension Scheme by higher education institutions.

Awaiting answer.

What assessment she has made of the impact of volatility in Teachers’ Pension Scheme employer contribution rates on the financial sustainability and long term business planning of higher education institutions that are required to participate in the scheme; and what steps she is taking to improve predictability and stability in future contribution-rate setting.

Awaiting answer.

What role UK Export Finance is playing in supporting UK–Türkiye cooperation in third-country markets.

Awaiting answer.

What assessment his Department has made of the potential merits of engaging with Türkiye's as a trade corridor between the UK and Central Asia and Middle East markets; and what estimate his Department has made of the potential economic value this transit function represents to UK exporters.

Awaiting answer.

What discussions he has had with his Turkish counterparts on UK–Türkiye cooperation in third-country markets.

Awaiting answer.

What assessment she has made of the potential merits of requiring local authorities to issue burial certificates on weekends in cases where burials must take place within 24 hours of death for religio

Awaiting answer.

Commonwealth and Development Affairs, whether she has had discussions with Cabinet colleagues on the potential merits of banning trade with Israeli settlements.

Last week, the Foreign Secretary, alongside the Department for Business and Trade, strengthened our business risk guidance to make it clear and unambiguous that British citizens and businesses should not conduct any economic or financial activities in ill...

What assessment she has made of the potential merits of introducing a national target for the number of passengers switching from driving to public transport.

Government is focused on making sustainable travel options the most attractive, convenient and affordable choice for everyday journeys. We're supporting drivers to benefit from the lower and more predictable running cost of an electric car through our £2...

Communities and Local Government, whether his Department will take steps promote furnished tenancy schemes and to include the Best Practice Guide for Furniture Provision within the Decent Homes Standard.

The government has no current plans to amend the Housing and Regeneration Act 2008 to require the Regulator of Social Housing to set new standards in respect of furniture provision. People living without essential furniture can access support through thei...

What steps he is taking to help ensure the long term provision of Local Welfare Assistance in Manchester Rusholme constituency.

Through the new Crisis and Resilience Fund, the Government is providing long-term funding for locally delivered crisis support in England until March 2029. This includes funding for Manchester City Council who have responsibility for delivery in Mancheste...

Communities and Local Government, whether his Department plans to re-evaluate the Housing and Regeneration Act 2008 to expand the powers of the social housing regulator to allow the regulator to monitor furniture

The government has no current plans to amend the Housing and Regeneration Act 2008 to require the Regulator of Social Housing to set new standards in respect of furniture provision. People living without essential furniture can access support through thei...

What discussions she has had with the AQA exam board regarding resolving strike action taken by staff over pay.

Ofqual, the independent regulator of exams and assessments in England, oversees awarding organisations, including AQA, by conducting readiness reviews, evaluating their governance and ability to manage key delivery risks.The department has received assura...

Whether her Department has had discussions with the AQA exam board on the potential impact of wage stagnation on its staff.

Ofqual, the independent regulator of exams and assessments in England, oversees awarding organisations, including AQA, by conducting readiness reviews, evaluating their governance and ability to manage key delivery risks.The department has received assura...

What steps he is taking to expedite full blood count referrals for patients with suspected leukaemia symptoms.

The National Cancer Plan for England, published on 4 February 2026, sets out a commitment to diagnose cancers earlier and ensure people receive timely, effective treatment. The Government is committed to helping NHS England detect cancers, including blood...

What steps he is taking to ensure that people diagnosed with leukaemia have adequate access to haematology specialists.

The National Cancer Plan for England, released on 4 February 2026, sets out a commitment to diagnose cancers earlier and ensure people receive timely, effective treatment.The Government is committed to helping the NHS England detect cancers, including blo...

What steps he is taking to reduce the number of emergency diagnoses for leukaemia patients.

It is a priority for the Government to support the National Health Service to diagnose cancer, including blood cancers such leukaemia, as early and quickly as possible to improve outcomes.To tackle late diagnoses leukaemia, the National Health Service is ...

When she expects joint non-statutory guidance from the Department for Education, the Department for Health and Social Care and the NHS on how clinical healthcare is delivered in schools to be published.

Schools are not responsible for clinical healthcare tasks. Healthcare tasks can be delegated to staff in schools and other education settings where the responsible healthcare professional considers delegation safe and appropriate.The Nursing and Midwifery...

What action she is taking to support school teachers who are responsible for administering healthcare to students with medical conditions.

Schools are not responsible for clinical healthcare tasks. Healthcare tasks can be delegated to staff in schools and other education settings where the responsible healthcare professional considers delegation safe and appropriate.The Nursing and Midwifery...