Every parliamentary written question tabled by Andrew Bowie this session, with the full answer and department. See how every department answers, or back to the MP page.
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What progress he has made on the Green Industries Growth Accelerator programme.
The Government recognises the need for strong, home-grown clean energy supply chains to support sustainable jobs and secure growth as we decarbonise our economy. As part of the of next year’s Industrial Strategy, the Government is developing plans, aligne...
What his planned timetable is for announcing Green Industries Growth Accelerator grants.
The Government recognises the need for strong, home-grown clean energy supply chains to support sustainable jobs and secure growth as we decarbonise our economy. As part of the of next year’s Industrial Strategy, the Government is developing plans, aligne...
Whether his Department is taking steps to extend the operation of existing nuclear power plants beyond 2030.
EDF have recently announced extensions to the Advance Gas-cooled Reactor nuclear power stations. Heysham 1 and Hartlepool are now expected to operate until March 2027 and Heysham 2 and Torness are now expected to operate until March 2030. Sizewell B is cu...
Whether his Department is taking steps to (a) invest in nuclear fusion and (b) expand the use of small modular nuclear reactors.
At the Autumn Budget the Government announced significant support in 2025-26 for UK fusion energy research, to build on the UK’s position as a global leader in fusion energy. On small modular reactors (SMRs), the government welcomes the opportunity for SM...
What information his Department holds on the number and proportion of 999 calls that were made in Scotland and handled by an Ambulance Service in England and Wales since 2020.
The information requested is not held by the Department.
What steps he is taking to support Brand Scotland.
I am proud to champion Scotland’s interests globally through Brand Scotland. I have just returned from a successful visit to Norway and will be visiting South East Asia next week to promote Scottish trade, investment, and culture. Following the announceme...
What steps he is taking with the Secretary of State for Business and Trade to increase the value of exports of Scotch whisky per year.
Food and drink is a key strength of Scotland’s, and the Scotland Office and Department for Business and Trade are working closely on a range of shared priorities to increase the value of numerous Scottish exports. Scotch whisky exports are being champione...
Whether the review of the eligibility criteria for the Nuclear Test Medal was completed in time for Nuclear Test Veterans to receive their medal before Remembrance Day.
The review of Nuclear Test Medal eligibility was conducted at pace. The expanded qualifying criteria were ratified by the Honours and Decorations Committee and approved by His Majesty The King on 6 November 2024. Those who directly supported the American ...
Food and Rural Affairs, what steps his Department is taking to help ensure clear labelling of (a) locally produced fruit and vegetables and (b) imported produce.
The UK maintains high standards on the information provided on food labels and packaging so that consumers can have confidence in the food that they buy. This applies equally to food that is domestically produced or imported. The fundamental principles of...
When members of the Immediate Choice veterans cohort will receive their McCloud remedy pension payments.
When an Immediate Choice member opts for alternative benefits under the 2015 Pension Remedy (McCloud), arrears and interest are included in the calculations. However, due to the intricacy of these calculations and the high number of elections, the complet...
What assessment he has made of the potential impact of increases on the duty for non-draught alcohol on the scotch whisky industry.
The overall alcohol package within the recent Budget balances commercial pressure on the alcohol industry with the need to raise revenue to address the £22 Billion blackhole caused by the decisions of the previous government. Increases on duty are in line...
What assessment he has made of the potential impact of proposed increases to the Energy Profits Levy on future employment levels in Scotland.
The UK Government recognises that oil and gas will continue to have a role in the UK’s energy mix for decades to come and is committed to managing the energy transition in a way that supports jobs in existing and future industries. But we require the sect...
What assessment he has made of the potential impact of (a) increases to the Energy Profits Levy and (b) the abolition of the investment allowance on north east Scotland.
The UK Government recognises that oil and gas will continue to have a role in the UK’s energy mix for decades to come and is committed to managing the energy transition in a way that supports jobs in existing and future industries. But we require the sect...
What assessment he has made of the potential impact of (a) increases to the Energy Profits Levy and (b) the abolition of the investment allowance on future trends of private investment in north east Scotland.
At Autumn Budget 2024, the government confirmed that from 1 November 2024, the Energy Profits Levy (EPL) rate would increase by 3 percentage points to 38%, the EPL investment allowance would be abolished and the EPL decarbonisation allowance rate would be...
What assessment she has made of the potential impact of proposed increases to the Energy Profits Levy on supply chain resilience.
At Autumn Budget 2024 the government confirmed that from 1 November 2024, the Energy Profits Levy (EPL) rate would increase by 3 percentage points to 38%, the EPL investment allowance would be abolished and the EPL decarbonisation allowance rate would be ...
If he will make an assessment with Cabinet colleagues of the potential impact of the changes made to inheritance tax at the Autumn Budget 2024 on the financial viability of small family farms in the north east o
This Government inherited a £22 billion in year black hole in the nation’s finances. The action we are taking in this Budget restores economic stability so we can invest in the future. The government recognises that people want to pass on their assets to ...
What assessment he has made of the impact of changes to inheritance tax on the Scottish economy.
Despite a massive £22 billion black hole in the nation’s finances that this Government inherited, the Scottish Government will receive a record £47.7 billion settlement in 2025/26 - the largest in real terms in the history of devolution.This includes addi...
With reference to paragraph 2.40 of the Autumn Budget 2024, HC 295, published on 30 October 2024, what assessment he has made with Cabinet colleagues of the potential impact of the proposed increase in the rate
This Government inherited a £22 billion black hole in the nation’s finances. The action we are taking in this Budget restores economic stability so we can invest in the future.The government will protect the smallest businesses by increasing the Employmen...
With reference to paragraph 2.40 of the Autumn Budget 2024, HC 295, published on 30 October 2024, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of an increase in the rate of employers' National Insurance C
This Government inherited a £22 billion black hole in the nation’s finances. The action we are taking in this Budget restores economic stability so we can invest in the future.The government recognises the need to protect the smallest businesses, includin...
When he next plans to meet the Scotch Whisky Association.
I have had several meetings with the Scotch Whisky Association (SWA) in recent months, including during my first week in office, and am pleased to be working closely with them on a range of shared priorities. I will be driving growth in Scotland around th...