Written questions by Spencer.

What assessment has she made of the potential impact of adjustments to sustainable aviation fuel manufacturing on increasing UK aviation fuel resilience in the context of the conflict in the Middle East.

The Government is monitoring the impact of conflict in the Middle East on fuel supplies, including its impact on the manufacturing of sustainable aviation fuel.The UK fuel system is built on diverse international supply chains, with multiple import routes and suppliers, ensuring resilience. My Department and I are working closely with the industry to monitor supply and understand their mitigations and alternative sourcing options. We will continue to monitor the situation closely, and work with airlines and airports to understand mitigations, should any disruption arise.

What assessment has she made of the potential impact of the conflict in the middle east on uk aviation due to aviation fuel prices and supply disruption.

The UK fuel system is built on diverse international supply chains, with multiple import routes and suppliers, ensuring resilience. My Department and I are working closely with the industry to monitor supply and understand their mitigations and alternative sourcing options. We will continue to monitor the situation closely, and work with airlines and airports to understand mitigations, should any disruption arise.

If she will make an assessment of the potential impact of the Transport (Duty to Cooperate) Bill on the economy.

The Government will outline its position on this Bill during the scheduled second reading.

What (a) data sources and (b) methodology was used by South Western Rail to (i) measure the performance and (ii) monitor outage events of the lifts at Weybridge Station.

South Western Railway (SWR) uses the Network Rail data source system Citadel, which logs lifts reported out of use, alongside SWR customers advising of lifts out of use. This approach is used at all SWR stations with lifts including Weybridge. This data is then fed into a dashboard for measuring performance. The dashboard, lift performance and outage events are all discussed at a meeting held each rail period between SWR and Network Rail. This review feeds into improvement works and activities.

What her planned timeline is for replacement of the lifts at Weybridge Station.

The lifts at Weybridge Station are expected to be replaced by Autumn 2026.

If she will make an assessment of the potential impact of level crossings on the economy, broken down by (a) region and (b) the UK's GDP.

Level crossings form part of the rail system of Great Britain, which plays a critical role in the development, economic growth, and social wellbeing of communities across the UK. By connecting communities and providing safe access to essential services and places of work, they also provide important benefits to local businesses and communities. Given their integral role within the national rail network, the Department does not hold information on the specific impacts of level crossings on the UK or regional economies. However, Network Rail, as the infrastructure manager of Great Britain’s railways, will take account of the impact on local businesses and communities of any decisions it takes that affect level crossings.

If she will (a) respond to and (b) support the provisions outlined in the Transport (Duty to Cooperate) Bill; and if she will meet the hon. Member for Runnymede and Weybridge to discuss the Bill.

I understand that the second reading of this Bill is scheduled for 13 June. The Government will set out its position as part of that debate.

Pursuant to the Answer of 16 December 2024 to Question 19765 on Large Goods Vehicles: Concrete, if she will publish the findings of the review of the call for evidence on the operation of Volumetric Concrete Mixers at higher weights.

The Department has published its findings today. These can be accessed at the following link:gov.uk/government/calls-for-evidence/volumetric-concrete-mixers-review.

If she will make an assessment of the adequacy of the accessibility to people who are digitally excluded of the consultation entitled Implementing the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA), published on 7 February 2025.

The Department for Transport published a consultation on implementing the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA) in December 2024. There are multiple ways to respond to the consultation: by online form, downloadable form, email and post. Tagged PDF files have been provided and users can also request alternative versions if the files are not suitable for their needs, to support accessibility.

If she will make an assessment of the adequacy of the accessibility to people who are digitally excluded of the consultation on Implementing the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation.

The Department for Transport published a consultation on implementing the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA) in December 2024. There are multiple ways to respond to the consultation: by online form, downloadable form, email and post. Tagged PDF files have been provided and users can also request alternative versions if the files are not suitable for their needs, to support accessibility.

What steps she is taking to improve accessibility at railway stations in Runnymede and Weybridge constituency.

We are carefully considering the best approach to the Access for All programme. Since April 2024, 19 stations have been completed with a further 8 due to be completed by April 2025. This will be the most stations completed in one year since the programme started in 2006. We will shortly be updating MPs and other stakeholders on our approach to Access for All. This Government is committed to improving the accessibility of the railway and recognises the social and economic benefits this brings to communities.

What information her Department holds on when each concrete section of the M25 within Runnymede and Weybridge constituency is expected to reach the end of its serviceable life.

The precise dates for treatment of individual sections will be determined based on regular monitoring of the condition of the carriageway. National Highways plans to give priority to treatments within the Noise Important Areas (NIA) identified by Department for Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) which have not already benefitted from some noise mitigation.Next Generation Concrete Surfacing is the second phase in the treatment of the M25 concrete sections to improve the condition and reduce noise. The first phase is the reinstatement of the transverse joints between the concrete slabs to their original width and profile. National Highways plan to undertake works in two NIAs (1286 and 1287) with the first phase starting from February 2025 until March 2026, the second phase of works will be delivered using the next generation concrete surfacing during the 2026/27 financial year with the final phase being completed between junction 9 and 11 by end of 2029. In regard to the question on the location of NIAs, there are nine identified NIAs within Runnymede and Weybridge constituency, these are:NIA:5858 ElmbridgeOn/north of M25 at Cobham at Horsley Road overbridge. KT11 3NY.NIA:5859 ElmbridgeOn/north side of M25 taking in ’The Lodge’. 1km east of Junction 10. KT11 1PH.NIA:1286 RunnymedeNorth of main railway line, over Wey Navigation and B385. KT15 3NF.NIA:1287 RunnymedeEast of Row Town, Addlestone, south of Junction 11. Includes Church Road to the north to Coombelands Farm to the south. KT15 1NF.NIA:5887 RunnymedeImmediately north of Junction 11. Northbound carriageway only. KT16 9PA.NIA:13841 RunnymedeLocated where the A320 crosses under M25. KT16 9LQ.NIA:5885 RunnymedeOn/west side of M25, north of Great Cockcrow (miniature) railway. KT16 0AA.NIA:6262 RunnymedeLocated immediately south of Junction 12, over main railway. KT16 9NL.NIA:1295 Runnymede & RBWMWhole length of carriageway from Junction 12 to Junction 13. TW20 8NU. Lastly, the concrete carriageway on the M25 within the Runnymede and Weybridge constituency remains in good structural condition and will not require full replacement within the next 30 years. During that time work may be required to individual slabs, to reinstate joints and to restore the surface texture.

How many noise important areas of the M25 there are within the Runnymede and Weybridge constituency; and what the location is of each.

The precise dates for treatment of individual sections will be determined based on regular monitoring of the condition of the carriageway. National Highways plans to give priority to treatments within the Noise Important Areas (NIA) identified by Department for Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) which have not already benefitted from some noise mitigation.Next Generation Concrete Surfacing is the second phase in the treatment of the M25 concrete sections to improve the condition and reduce noise. The first phase is the reinstatement of the transverse joints between the concrete slabs to their original width and profile. National Highways plan to undertake works in two NIAs (1286 and 1287) with the first phase starting from February 2025 until March 2026, the second phase of works will be delivered using the next generation concrete surfacing during the 2026/27 financial year with the final phase being completed between junction 9 and 11 by end of 2029. In regard to the question on the location of NIAs, there are nine identified NIAs within Runnymede and Weybridge constituency, these are:NIA:5858 ElmbridgeOn/north of M25 at Cobham at Horsley Road overbridge. KT11 3NY.NIA:5859 ElmbridgeOn/north side of M25 taking in ’The Lodge’. 1km east of Junction 10. KT11 1PH.NIA:1286 RunnymedeNorth of main railway line, over Wey Navigation and B385. KT15 3NF.NIA:1287 RunnymedeEast of Row Town, Addlestone, south of Junction 11. Includes Church Road to the north to Coombelands Farm to the south. KT15 1NF.NIA:5887 RunnymedeImmediately north of Junction 11. Northbound carriageway only. KT16 9PA.NIA:13841 RunnymedeLocated where the A320 crosses under M25. KT16 9LQ.NIA:5885 RunnymedeOn/west side of M25, north of Great Cockcrow (miniature) railway. KT16 0AA.NIA:6262 RunnymedeLocated immediately south of Junction 12, over main railway. KT16 9NL.NIA:1295 Runnymede & RBWMWhole length of carriageway from Junction 12 to Junction 13. TW20 8NU. Lastly, the concrete carriageway on the M25 within the Runnymede and Weybridge constituency remains in good structural condition and will not require full replacement within the next 30 years. During that time work may be required to individual slabs, to reinstate joints and to restore the surface texture.

What discussions she has had with National Highways on when each concrete section of the M25 within the Runnymede and Weybridge constituency will be treated with next generation concrete surfacing.

The precise dates for treatment of individual sections will be determined based on regular monitoring of the condition of the carriageway. National Highways plans to give priority to treatments within the Noise Important Areas (NIA) identified by Department for Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) which have not already benefitted from some noise mitigation.Next Generation Concrete Surfacing is the second phase in the treatment of the M25 concrete sections to improve the condition and reduce noise. The first phase is the reinstatement of the transverse joints between the concrete slabs to their original width and profile. National Highways plan to undertake works in two NIAs (1286 and 1287) with the first phase starting from February 2025 until March 2026, the second phase of works will be delivered using the next generation concrete surfacing during the 2026/27 financial year with the final phase being completed between junction 9 and 11 by end of 2029. In regard to the question on the location of NIAs, there are nine identified NIAs within Runnymede and Weybridge constituency, these are:NIA:5858 ElmbridgeOn/north of M25 at Cobham at Horsley Road overbridge. KT11 3NY.NIA:5859 ElmbridgeOn/north side of M25 taking in ’The Lodge’. 1km east of Junction 10. KT11 1PH.NIA:1286 RunnymedeNorth of main railway line, over Wey Navigation and B385. KT15 3NF.NIA:1287 RunnymedeEast of Row Town, Addlestone, south of Junction 11. Includes Church Road to the north to Coombelands Farm to the south. KT15 1NF.NIA:5887 RunnymedeImmediately north of Junction 11. Northbound carriageway only. KT16 9PA.NIA:13841 RunnymedeLocated where the A320 crosses under M25. KT16 9LQ.NIA:5885 RunnymedeOn/west side of M25, north of Great Cockcrow (miniature) railway. KT16 0AA.NIA:6262 RunnymedeLocated immediately south of Junction 12, over main railway. KT16 9NL.NIA:1295 Runnymede & RBWMWhole length of carriageway from Junction 12 to Junction 13. TW20 8NU. Lastly, the concrete carriageway on the M25 within the Runnymede and Weybridge constituency remains in good structural condition and will not require full replacement within the next 30 years. During that time work may be required to individual slabs, to reinstate joints and to restore the surface texture.

What assessment he has made of the effectiveness of DVLA's programme of education of updates to the Highway Code for licence holders.

The Department for Transport (DfT) and the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) promote changes to The Highway Code on the Government's flagship road safety campaign THINK! and its social media channels and via partner organisations. Results from the most recent campaign activity in August 2023 include:Awareness: The percentage of road users reporting to know either a little or a lot about the Highway Code changes in September 2023 was at 70% among all road users (82% amongst drivers), with 86% of road users having heard of the changes by September 2023.Understanding: In September 2023 86% of drivers correctly identified that you should leave at least 1.5 metres of space when passing cyclists. Pedestrian priority at junctions was correctly identified by 77% of drivers.Empathy: Drivers agreeing that it is their responsibility to respect and give space to vulnerable road users remains consistently high and was at 93% in September 2023.Action: In September 2023 81% of drivers claim to leave a gap of 1.5 metres when passing a cyclist all or most of the time. 79% of drivers claim to pass horse riders and horse drawn vehicles with at least 2 metres distance and at under 10mph all or most of the time. Of the respondents that recognised the 30 second hero assets from Phase 3, nine in ten (90%) said they had done something as a result.DfT and DVSA continue to monitor attitudes and behaviours towards vulnerable road users as part of our ongoing campaign planning cycle.

If she ask the Office of Road and Rail to undertake enforcement action against National Highways over ongoing disruption in the (a) Painshill roundabout and (b) local area due to the M25/A3 works.

Under the Infrastructure Act 2015, it is for ORR to determine whether National Highways is compliant with its directions and guidance and the road investment strategy (RIS) issued by government, and whether to take enforcement action.

Whether his Department has made an assessment of the potential impact of levels of service provision on the Chertsey branch line on passenger safety at (a) Egham, (b) Chertsey, (c) Addlestone and (c) Weybridge stations in 2024.

There are no current safety concerns that have been raised to Department officials on the Chertsey branch line. I would welcome further information on any concerns that the Member has.

What discussions he has had with South Western Rail on the performance of the Chertsey branch line since July 2024.

Department officials are in regular conversation with South Western Railway (SWR) on its performance in all areas of its network, including the Chertsey branch line.

If his Department will make an assessment of the potential impact of levels of service provision on the Chertsey branch line at (a) Egham, (b) Chertsey, (c) Addlestone and (c) Weybridge stations on (i) school and (ii) college attendance in the 2023-2024 academic year.

The Department is unaware of any negative impact that service provision had on the Chertsey branch line on school or college attendance in the 2023-2024 academic year. South Western Railway (SWR) is in regular direct contact with schools and colleges when service provisions are amended.

What assessment she has made of the economic impact to businesses and communities in Runnymede and Weybridge constituency of the M25/A3 improvement works.

National Highways (NH) is delivering a scheme on the M25 junction 10/A3 Wisley interchange and selected surrounding roads to reduce congestion, improve safety, support planned housing and economic growth, and improve provision for pedestrians, cyclists and horse riders crossing or using routes in the vicinity of M25 junction 10. During the economic assessments of this scheme, NH appraised the economic impact of road user delays during construction, as well as the long-term benefits for the whole scheme across the aggregate area. As this did not separate out the assessment by areas, the impact in the Runnymede and Weybridge constituency specifically cannot be quantified.