Written questions by Rosindell.

What representations she has made to the European Commission and the Government of France on the implementation of the EU Entry-Exit System checks at ports during the May half-term holiday period.

Awaiting answer.

Commonwealth and Development Affairs, with reference to the Written Statement of 29 April 2026 on Syria, HCWS1552, what recent discussions her Department has had with the Syrian Government, the Syrian Democratic Forces and international partners on preserving evidence relating to Daesh crimes against Yazidis and other religious minorities following the closure of al-Hol camp.

I refer the Hon Member to the answer provided in the House of Lords on 12 February in response to Question HL13863. In my meeting with President Al Sharaa and Foreign Minister Al Shaibani on 31 March, I pressed UK concerns on human rights and securing justice for all Syrians. The Attorney General also offered UK support on transitional justice and accountability for crimes committed during Syria's civil war and the actions of the brutal Assad regime.

What steps he has taken to ensure the safety of residents in a) residential and b) nursing care homes.

Awaiting answer.

Whether her Department has made contingency plans with the aviation industry for a shortage of aviation fuel.

Awaiting answer.

What representations she has made to the European Commission regarding the decision by some EU member states not to fully implement the EU Entry-Exit System, and the decision of France to proceed with full implementation, including at juxtaposed ports.

Awaiting answer.

Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what discussions she had with her US counterparts on the potential impact of arms sales to Taiwan on that country's security and autonomy prior to the recent US-China summit.

UK ministers and officials discuss a wide range of issues with their US counterparts on a regular basis.The UK continues to believe that the Taiwan issue should be settled peacefully by the people on both sides of the Taiwan Strait through constructive dialogue, without the threat or use of force or coercion. The UK has a clear interest in peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait, which is important for regional and global prosperity.

How many small and medium sized businesses have ceased trading in a) England and b) the parliamentary constituency of Romford since 2024.

Awaiting answer.

Whether his department intends to introduce further regulation of a) e-bicycles and b) e-scooters.

The rules concerning the use of e-bikes are set out in the Electrically Assisted Pedal Cycle Regulations 1983.The Government has committed to pursuing legislative reform for micromobility vehicles, which will include e-scooters, when Parliamentary time allows. We will be consulting on detailed e-scooter regulations over the next year. The English Devolution and Community Empowerment Act 2026 will give local leaders new powers to regulate shared on-street cycle rental schemes. Minimum standard licence requirements will be set out by the Secretary of State in regulations, with safety being a core consideration.

What assessment she has made of the potential impact on juxtaposed ports and Kent traffic flows should flexible and proportionate implementation of the EU Entry-Exit System not be applied during the May half-term holiday period.

Awaiting answer.

What steps he has taken to improve the safety of publicly accessible a) e-bicycles and b) e-scooters.

The rules concerning the use of e-bikes are set out in the Electrically Assisted Pedal Cycle Regulations 1983.The Government has committed to pursuing legislative reform for micromobility vehicles, which will include e-scooters, when Parliamentary time allows. We will be consulting on detailed e-scooter regulations over the next year. The English Devolution and Community Empowerment Act 2026 will give local leaders new powers to regulate shared on-street cycle rental schemes. Minimum standard licence requirements will be set out by the Secretary of State in regulations, with safety being a core consideration.

Whether she has sought any derogation, exemption or alternative implementation arrangement in respect of EU Entry-Exit System checks at UK juxtaposed ports in order to maintain the efficient flow of trade, freight and passenger traffic between the UK and the EU.

Awaiting answer.

What steps she has taken to support growth in the North Sea oil industry.

Awaiting answer.

What steps he has taken to encourage the growth of small and medium sized enterprises.

Awaiting answer.

What steps he is taking with allies to support deterrence and security in the Taiwan Strait.

Awaiting answer.

Commonwealth and Development Affairs, whether the Prime Minister has recently raised Taiwan’s security with the President of the United States.

UK ministers and officials discuss a wide range of issues with their US counterparts on a regular basis.The UK continues to believe that the Taiwan issue should be settled peacefully by the people on both sides of the Taiwan Strait through constructive dialogue, without the threat or use of force or coercion. The UK has a clear interest in peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait, which is important for regional and global prosperity.

What steps he has taken work with the Scottish Government in support of the North Sea oil industry.

Awaiting answer.

Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what plans she has to expand cooperation on delivering global energy security with the United Arab Emirates.

Awaiting answer.

Communities and Local Government, what steps he is taking to support traditional English markets.

The Government recognises the important economic and social contribution that markets make to our high streets and town centres. Local authorities are empowered to make decisions on running, supporting and investing in local markets in their areas. However, we want to ensure that markets can thrive where they are established. From 1 April 2026, we introduced permanently lower business rates multipliers for qualifying retail, hospitality, and leisure properties with rateable values below £500,000, including markets. Communities can also choose to invest in markets through the Government’s Pride in Place programme, which will provide £20 million over 10 years to 284 of the most deprived places in the UK, empowering local people to make decisions about what is important to them, including markets. Later this year, we will also bring forward a High Streets Strategy, backed by £301 million of support, to help turn the tide on the high streets most in need.

What steps she has taken to ensure nutritionally balanced meals in English state schools.

Awaiting answer.

Communities and Local Government, what steps he has taken to support local authorities in maintaining children’s play areas.

Responsibility for funding, managing and maintaining urban parks and playgrounds lies mainly with local authorities. We have supported local authorities through the Local Government Finance Settlement, which is our most significant step yet to make English local government more sustainable. The government is making good on long overdue promises to fundamentally update the way we fund local authorities. We are delivering fairer funding, targeting money where it is needed most through the first multi-year Settlement in a decade. In addition to this, we are supporting 66 local authorities through the £18 million Playgrounds Fund, a targeted programme to improve children’s access to safe, inclusive, high quality local play spaces in communities where it has fallen furthest behind. This will support local authorities to buy new or refurbish up to 200 playgrounds across England over the next two years, prioritising areas with high child deprivation and poor access to safe, local play space.