Every parliamentary written question tabled by Alex Brewer this session, with the full answer and department. See how every department answers, or back to the MP page.
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With reference to the Answer of 12 December 2024 to Question 18803 on Hydrocephalus: Diagnosis, whether his Department has taken steps to introduce additional infant head-circumference measurements
The Department has not taken steps to introduce additional infant head circumference measurements within routine health visiting contacts, since the clinical value of this is yet to be robustly established. However, we engaged widely with stakeholders whe...
What assessment she has made of the potential impact of the new business rates multiplier system on High Street businesses in North East Hampshire.
The Government has already started the work of reforming our business rates system by introducing new permanently lower multipliers for eligible retail, hospitality and leisure (RHL) properties. These new multipliers are worth nearly £1 billion per year a...
What assessment he has made of the adequacy of access of veterans to healthcare professionals who specialise in their unique mental health challenges.
This Government is fully committed to ensuring that veterans have access to the support they need for their health. NHS England delivers Op COURAGE, a fully integrated, specialist mental health service for veterans, which has received over 35,000 referral...
Innovation and Technology, what timelines and safeguards her Department has in place to ensure that full fibre broadband is implemented in homes and businesses in North East Hampshire.
We are committed to ensuring 99% of premises receive gigabit coverage by 2032. According to Ofcom’s Connected Nations reporting, as of January 2026, 84% of premises in the North East Hampshire constituency already have access to a gigabit-capable broadban...
What steps he is taking to help protect rural pubs from the impacts of disruption in global energy markets.
We are closely monitoring the impact of energy prices on businesses caused by the situation in the middle east. Should there be a need, we will not hesitate to act in a targeted and timely manner as we assess the ongoing impact of this crisis on businesse...
Innovation and Technology, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of the proposed under-16s social media ban on children with learning disabilities.
Protecting children online is a priority. Through our recent consultation, we heard directly from 14,000 children, including those who are often underrepresented such as children with learning disabilities, who, according to research, encounter disproport...
What assessment she has made of the potential compounded impact of (a) National Insurance contribution rises (b) business rate rises (c) energy price hikes, on pubs in North East Hampshire.
The value of the Great British pub is clear - culturally, socially and economically. Pubs are important places of community and friendship, they foster community pride, and this Government wants to protect them.Recognising the value pubs bring and the cha...
What assessment she has made of the potential impact of the level of National Insurance contributions on the employment of young people in rural pubs.
The value of the Great British pub is clear - culturally, socially and economically. Pubs are important places of community and friendship, they foster community pride, and this Government wants to protect them.Recognising the value pubs bring and the cha...
Trade what assessment he has made of the adequacy of the geographical accessibility of (a) Post Offices (b) bank branches in North East Hampshire constituency.
My Department conducted social value research into the most frequent users of Post Office services to inform the Green Paper on the Future of the Post Office, published last year. The research found that frequent users are more likely to be older, live in...
What assessment his Department has made of the impact of Post Office closures on ageing populations.
My Department conducted social value research into the most frequent users of Post Office services to inform the Green Paper on the Future of the Post Office, published last year. The research found that frequent users are more likely to be older, live in...
What assessment his Department has made of how best to provide (a) Post Office services (b) bank branch services for ageing population in North East Hampshire.
My Department conducted social value research into the most frequent users of Post Office services to inform the Green Paper on the Future of the Post Office, published last year. The research found that frequent users are more likely to be older, live in...
What measures are in place to support The Post Office in the development of the proposed joined-up plan for positive culture.
The Government has set clear expectations for the development of a joined-up and positive organisational culture at Post Office Ltd, as outlined in its response to the Green Paper on the Future of the Post Office and through correspondence with the Post O...
What progress has been made on the Post Office trial of the ‘Hub of the High Street’ model.
As set out in the Government’s response to the Green Paper on the Future of the Post Office, the ‘Post Office Plus’ initiative (formerly known as Hubs of the High Street) aims to convert post office branches to offer a dedicated space for a new advisory s...
What comparative assessment her Department has made of the effectiveness of banking hubs with bank branches.
The Government is committed to supporting the financial services industry’s roll-out of 350 banking hubs by the end of this Parliament, and industry agreed with my predecessor that they would achieve this. Over 275 hubs have been announced so far, and mor...
What assessment she has made of the impact of high street bank branch closures on ageing populations.
The way people across the UK use retail banking services has changed significantly, with many customers now choosing to bank online. In response, banks and building societies have reshaped their branch networks, reflecting changing customer preferences. H...
Whether she has considered measures to help ensure that banking hubs have the same range of services that bank branches have.
The Government is committed to supporting the financial services industry’s roll-out of 350 banking hubs by the end of this Parliament, and industry agreed with my predecessor that they would achieve this. Over 275 hubs have been announced so far, and mor...
What steps her Department are taking to ensure the delivery of 350 banking hubs.
The Government is committed to supporting the financial services industry’s roll-out of 350 banking hubs by the end of this Parliament, and industry agreed with my predecessor that they would achieve this. Over 275 hubs have been announced so far, and mor...
What steps her Department are taking to ensure that banking hubs are inclusive to ageing populations who struggle to access banking services by digital means.
The way people across the UK use retail banking services has changed significantly, with many customers now choosing to bank online. In response, banks and building societies have reshaped their branch networks, reflecting changing customer preferences. H...
How many women's health hubs have been established in NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight ICB in each of the last three years.
Awaiting answer.
Food and Rural Affairs, when she plans to publish the transition plan for water regulation.
As set out in the Government’s White Paper, A New Vision for Water, the transition plan for water reform will be published this year. Work is already underway to support transition arrangements, including the appointment of Professor Dame Julia Black as S...