Written questions by Obese-Jecty.

Food and Rural Affairs, what estimate he has made of the number of jobs that will be created by the (a) construction and (b) operation of Fens Reservoir.

Anglian Water is responsible for the development of the Fens reservoir. Proposals will be consulted on and will follow the requirements of the National Policy Statement for Water Resources Infrastructure. A traffic and transport assessment is currently underway and further information will be shared with communities as part of the next phase of consultation this Autumn. Anglian Water plans to submit the application for a Development Consent Order in 2027. After which determination of the application by the Secretary of State is expected in 2028/29 and should Development Consent be granted, construction of the reservoir could start in 2029/30. A socio-economic strategy for the project is being developed with input from the local authorities and community and includes assessing the number of jobs that could be created both during construction and operation. Anglian Water is carrying out extensive land referencing, and the company’s approach is to seek to acquire land by negotiation, as far as possible. In support of this approach, the project has established a ‘Land Engagement Forum’, established in 2023 to complement the ongoing and direct engagement offered to all land and property owners.

With reference to the oral contribution of the Prime Minister of 21 May 2025, Official Report, column 1018, on changes to eligibility for the winter fuel allowance, when she expects the Office for Budget Responsibility to publish an independent assessment of those changes.

The Government wants to expand eligibility for Winter Fuel Payments, recognising the goals of supporting these pensioners, meeting need and of sustainable public finances. Any change will be announced to Parliament in the normal way.

Food and Rural Affairs, when work on the proposed Fens Reservoir is due to commence.

Anglian Water is responsible for the development of the Fens reservoir. Proposals will be consulted on and will follow the requirements of the National Policy Statement for Water Resources Infrastructure. A traffic and transport assessment is currently underway and further information will be shared with communities as part of the next phase of consultation this Autumn. Anglian Water plans to submit the application for a Development Consent Order in 2027. After which determination of the application by the Secretary of State is expected in 2028/29 and should Development Consent be granted, construction of the reservoir could start in 2029/30. A socio-economic strategy for the project is being developed with input from the local authorities and community and includes assessing the number of jobs that could be created both during construction and operation. Anglian Water is carrying out extensive land referencing, and the company’s approach is to seek to acquire land by negotiation, as far as possible. In support of this approach, the project has established a ‘Land Engagement Forum’, established in 2023 to complement the ongoing and direct engagement offered to all land and property owners.

How many Control of Major Accident Hazard sites are there within Cambridgeshire; and in which year was each designated as such.

The following 8 Control of Major Accident Hazard (COMAH) sites lie within the local authority area Cambridgeshire County Council. COMAH sites are split into either the 'Upper Tier' or 'Lower Tier' COMAH regime, which is dependent on the quantities of material the site processes. Upper Tier sites are those facilities that store, handle, or process significant quantities of hazardous substances, such as oil refiners including Buncefield. Site COMAH TierCOMAH start dateCompanyAddress1.Lower Tier21/09/2006Henkel UK Operations Limited5 Cromwell Road, St Neotts, Cambridgeshire PE19 1QL2.Upper Tier08/02/2004H W Coates LimitedThe Pines Depot, Fordham Road, Exning, Newmarket, Cambridgeshire, CB8 7LG Upper Tier30/06/2005Huntsman Advanced Materials (UK) LimitedIckleton Road, Duxford, Cambridgeshire CB22 4XQ Lower Tier31/10/2024H L Hutchinson Limited31a Broad Piece, Soham, Ely, Cambridgeshire CB7 5EL Lower Tier21/06/2010H L Hutchinson LimitedWeasenham Lane, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire PE13 2RN Lower Tier13/06/2016IKO Insulations UK LimitedAlconbury Weald Enterprise Park, Alconbury, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, PE28 4WX7.Lower Tier08/02/2022Local Generation LimitedWestry Anaerobic Digestion Facility, Wisbech Road, Westry, Cambridgeshire PE15 0BA8.Upper Tier02/08/2004United Agri Products LimitedThe Crossways, Alconbury Hill, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire PE28 4WX These further 2 COMAH sites do not lie within Cambridgeshire County Council area, but do form part of the traditional (ceremonial) Cambridgeshire area.1.Lower Tier08/02/2004Flogas Britain LimitedNewark Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 5YD2.Upper Tier07/11/2012Safapac LimitedUnits 1, 3, 4 & 5, Stapledon Road, Orton Southgate, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire PE2 6TB

What assessment he has made of the potential impact of the digital targeting web on integration across domains.

The Digital Targeting Web (DTW) is not a single piece of equipment or software. It is the ecosystem that enables the transfer of targeting data through classifications, domains, networks and systems seamlessly on the Digital Backbone. It connects sensors, to deciders to effectors across domains in an automated, secure and scalable approach - allowing defence to not only reuse existing capabilities and in-flight programmes, but to integrate new, innovative and novel software and hardware into the DTW at the pace of relevance. Integrating existing capability - including weapons systems and tooling used for battlefield decisions – is fundamental, but a key challenge is connecting it. The programme’s focus is on enabling this integration, facilitating data flows, and breaking down data silos. This will be achieved through an iterative, collaborative approach, guided by Defence’s needs, and underpinned by an integration service and dedicated funding pipeline. Alongside the technical elements of the DTW, it will also address other Defence Line of Development including Doctrine and training.

What her Department's planned timetable is for abolishing the immigration salary list.

The Immigration White Paper, published 12th May, set out a range of proposed reforms, further details of which will be set out in due course, and - where necessary – subject to consultation.

What her planned timetable is for starting the pilot of contactless travel through eGates using facial comparison technology.

The Immigration White paper, published 12 May 2025, announced new measures on a wide range of issues, including a technology pilot of contactless travel for British citizens, further details of which will be set out in due course.

With reference to page 22 of the Plan for Change, published on 5 December 2024, CP 1210, what steps he has taken to (a) reform and (b) expand the Office for Investment.

As announced by the Prime Minister in October 2024, the enhanced Office for Investment (OfI) streamlines and simplifies our support for the most strategically important investors. The new OfI has more commercial expertise to originate, negotiate and land investment across all regions and nations of the UK. The new OfI is a joint No.10, HMT and DBT unit, spearheaded by the Minister for Investment, ensuring investment is prioritised at the top of government.

What assessment she has made of the potential impact of the Innovator Founder visa on entrepreneurial talent studying at UK universities.

We recognise the importance of retaining top entrepreneurial talent coming through our world leading universities. As part of this, we set out in the Immigration White Paper that we will support entrepreneurial talent currently studying at UK universities further. This will enable those with innovative business ideas to engage in that business activity while transitioning onto an Innovator Founder visa, so they can build their business and career in the UK.

From when she plans to reduce the eligibility of graduates to remain in the UK after their studies to 18 months.

The Immigration White Paper, published 12th May, set out a range of proposed reforms, further details of which will be set out in due course, and - where necessary – subject to consultation.

What her Department's planned timetable is for establishing a new Temporary Shortage List.

The Immigration White Paper, published 12th May, set out a range of proposed reforms, further details of which will be set out in due course, and - where necessary – subject to consultation.

What her planned timetable is for closing overseas applications for social care visas.

The Immigration White Paper, published 12th May, set out a range of proposed reforms, further details of which will be set out in due course, and - where necessary – subject to consultation.

What GDP per capita was on (a) 5 July 2024 and (b) 1 May 2025.

The Office for National Statistics produces estimates for GDP per capita and Real Household Disposable Income (RHDI) per capita. These estimates are produced on a quarterly basis as part of the Quarterly National Accounts. Aggregate GDP is also estimated on a monthly basis but not in per-capita terms. The nearest complete quarter to the 5th July is Q2 2024 (ending June 30). According to the most recent ONS estimates for Q2 2024, in 2022 prices:Real GDP per capita was £9,269 (yearly equivalent £37,076).RHDI per capita was £6,145 (yearly equivalent £24,580). The nearest complete quarterly for 1 May 2025 is Q2 2025 (June 30). However, estimates of Q2 2025 GDP and RHDI per capita have not yet been released. These are due to be released respectively on 14th August and 30th September 2025. The most recent quarter for which estimates are available, in 2022 prices:In Q1 2025, real GDP per capita was estimated to be £9,279 (yearly equivalent £37,116), following £9,235 (yearly equivalent £36,940) in Q4 2024.In Q4 2024, RHDI per capita was estimated to be £6,270 (yearly equivalent £25,080). The RHDI figures above refer to Households and non-profit institutions, as per the definition of living standards using the Programme for Change milestones.

Food and Rural Affairs, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of the proposed Fens Reservoir at Chatteris on Chatteris Airfield.

Anglian Water is responsible for the development of the Fens reservoir. Proposals will be consulted on and will follow the requirements of the National Policy Statement for Water Resources Infrastructure. A traffic and transport assessment is currently underway and further information will be shared with communities as part of the next phase of consultation this Autumn. Anglian Water plans to submit the application for a Development Consent Order in 2027. After which determination of the application by the Secretary of State is expected in 2028/29 and should Development Consent be granted, construction of the reservoir could start in 2029/30. A socio-economic strategy for the project is being developed with input from the local authorities and community and includes assessing the number of jobs that could be created both during construction and operation. Anglian Water is carrying out extensive land referencing, and the company’s approach is to seek to acquire land by negotiation, as far as possible. In support of this approach, the project has established a ‘Land Engagement Forum’, established in 2023 to complement the ongoing and direct engagement offered to all land and property owners.

How many L129A1 rifles were held by (a) the British Army, (b) the Royal Navy, excluding the Royal Marines, (c) the Royal Air Force, (d) the Royal Marines, (e) other MoD services and (f) his Department in dry storage on 28 May 2025.

I am withholding this information as its disclosure would, or would be likely to prejudice the capability, effectiveness or security of the Armed Forces.

What her Department's planned timetable is for raising the skilled worker threshold to RQF 6 and above.

The Immigration White Paper, published 12th May, set out a range of proposed reforms, further details of which will be set out in due course, and - where necessary – subject to consultation.

What real household disposable income was on (a) 5 July 2024 and (b) 1 May 2025.

The Office for National Statistics produces estimates for GDP per capita and Real Household Disposable Income (RHDI) per capita. These estimates are produced on a quarterly basis as part of the Quarterly National Accounts. Aggregate GDP is also estimated on a monthly basis but not in per-capita terms. The nearest complete quarter to the 5th July is Q2 2024 (ending June 30). According to the most recent ONS estimates for Q2 2024, in 2022 prices:Real GDP per capita was £9,269 (yearly equivalent £37,076).RHDI per capita was £6,145 (yearly equivalent £24,580). The nearest complete quarterly for 1 May 2025 is Q2 2025 (June 30). However, estimates of Q2 2025 GDP and RHDI per capita have not yet been released. These are due to be released respectively on 14th August and 30th September 2025. The most recent quarter for which estimates are available, in 2022 prices:In Q1 2025, real GDP per capita was estimated to be £9,279 (yearly equivalent £37,116), following £9,235 (yearly equivalent £36,940) in Q4 2024.In Q4 2024, RHDI per capita was estimated to be £6,270 (yearly equivalent £25,080). The RHDI figures above refer to Households and non-profit institutions, as per the definition of living standards using the Programme for Change milestones.

What (a) monitoring and (b) reporting the Independent Chief Inspector of Borders and Immigration has completed in relation to illegal immigration since he was appointed.

David Bolt was appointed as interim ICIBI on 2 June 2024, and has published six ICIBI reports since that date. The ICIBI has three further reports awaiting publication and three live inspections.Inspection work in progress - GOV.UKAll previous ICIBI inspection reports and government responses can be viewed via the ICIBI’s website.

With reference to paragraph 160 of the White Paper entitled Restoring control over the immigration system, published on 12 May 2025, when she plans to undertake a review of existing refugee (a) sponsorship and (b) resettlement schemes.

The Immigration White paper, published on 12 May 2025, announced new measures on a wide range of issues including a review of refugee sponsorship and resettlement, further details of which will be set out in due course.

When she plans to appoint a Windrush Commissioner.

We have established a new Windrush Unit in the Home Office dedicated to driving systemic, cultural change across the whole Department to ensure that what happened to the Windrush generation never happens again. The reinstated Windrush Unit comprises of existing Home Office Civil Servants, so re-establishing the unit did not incur any additional cost. The appointment process for the Windrush Commissioner is nearing completion, and we will make an announcement shortly. Once appointed, the Commissioner will advise on the Home Office’s response to the Windrush Lessons Learned Review which will inform when the review is completed.