Written questions by McVey.

When he plans to publish the (a) minutes and (b) outcome of the Commission on Human Medicines Antidepressant Risk Minimisation Expert Working Group meeting which took place on 1 May.

A public assessment report will be published following the advice of the Commission on Human Medicines (CHM) to the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) after the next meeting of the Antidepressant Risk Minimisation Expert Working Group (EWG) in July 2025. The public assessment report will contain the minutes of all EWG meetings and the outcome of the CHM’s advice. It is anticipated that the public assessment report will be published by the MHRA in Autumn 2025.

What assessment he has made of the potential merits of new antimicrobial therapeutics developed by SMEs.

The United Kingdom’s 2024 to 2029 national action plan (NAP) to confront antimicrobial resistance (AMR) includes a commitment to work across sectors to develop new antimicrobials. The NAP also acknowledges the potential of alternative therapies, such as bacteriophage, also known as phage, therapy, in combating AMR. NHS England launched the UK-wide subscription model for antimicrobial products in August 2024, which incentivises the development of new antibiotics through de-linking payments for products from the volumes used. This aims to provide sufficient sale revenues to make it commercially viable for a company, including small and medium sized enterprises, to bring new products to market. Furthermore, the Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency is committed to working with organisations to support innovation in antimicrobial therapeutics.

How many staff network events took place in her Department in May 2025; and what the names of those events were.

No staff network events took place in my Department in May 2025.

How many staff network events took place in his Department in May 2025; and what the names of those events were.

The Diversity, Inclusion and Wellbeing group held one event, a staff delivered Mental Health Presentation, on Thursday 15 May as part of Mental Health Awareness Week. It was attended by 25 staff members.

How many staff network events took place in his Department in May 2025; and what the names of those events were.

Staff networks are collaborative volunteer networks, organised by staff themselves rather than the department. As a result, events are organised by staff themselves, not the department. We are aware of the following events that these networks organised in May 2025:NetworkDate of MeetingParent and Carers Network7th May 2025LGBT+ Network8th May 2025

How many staff network events took place in his Department in May 2025; and what the names of those events were.

Staff networks are collaborative volunteer networks, organised by staff themselves rather than the department. As a result, events are organised by staff themselves, not the department. We are aware of the following events that these networks organised in May 2025. LGBT+ NetworkCO LGBT Network - Meeting, 13 May 11:30-11:55amCO LGBT+ Network - Meeting, 20 May 3:30-4pmCO LGBT+ Network - Meeting, 28 May 3-3:30pmCarers NetworkCO Carers Network - Virtual Coffee Session, 20 May 12-1pm Menopause NetworkMenopause - Support Group, 20 May 11-12pmMenopause - Support Group, 27 May 11-12pm

How many staff network events took place in her Department in May 2025; and what the names of those events were.

There were nine staff network events run in the Department for Transport in May 2025. Four events took place within Department for Transport Core (DfTc) These were:The key to unlocking potential in neurodivergent colleaguesNeurodiversity network social – book clubGEN Network presents – Confidence and imposter syndromeA keeping in touch event run by the GEN NetworkTwo took place in Driver Vehicle and Licensing Agency (DVLA). These were:Mental health staff networking ‘cwtch’ sessionUnity supporting ethnic minorities (online content only)Three events took place at Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA). These were:We are DVSAMenopause and Menstruation CaféLGBT+ Leaders of NetworksWe have been unable to obtain information from the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) in the time allowed. There were no staff network events held by our other agencies.

How many staff network events took place in his Department in May; and what the names of those events were.

In the Department for Business and Trade, staff networks bring colleagues together to share experiences, are employee led and operate in line with the Civil Service Code. Staff network events help engage and connect colleagues across the Department.One staff network event was held in this period to commemorate VE Day.

Innovation and Technology, how many staff network events took place in his Department in May 2025; and what the names of those events were.

Staff networks are collaborative volunteer networks, organised by staff themselves rather than the department. As a result, events are organised by staff themselves, not the department. We are not aware of any events that these networks organised in May 2025.There were two centrally co-ordinated staff network events in May 2025: the monthly meeting of the Department’s Staff Network Chairs, which was for network chairs only and lasted for one hour, and an online session with Staff Network Chairs to mark National Staff Network Day which was available to all staff to attend and also lasted for one hour.

Pursuant to the Answer of 2 June 2025 to Question 53036 on Coronavirus: Research, when he plans to publish the audit; whether he plans to publish his Department's initial assessment of the PMCPA’s ruling; and if has made an assessment of the level of breach of the Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry Code that would impact the delivery of the Moderna-United Kingdom Strategic Partnership.

The Prescription Medicines Code of Practice Authority (PMCPA) is a non-governmental, self-regulatory body, which independently administers the Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry Code of Practice for the Pharmaceutical Industry.The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) will review the PMCPA's audit of Moderna once the report is available. This review will include consideration of the audit findings, any impacts for delivery of the Moderna-UK Strategic Partnership and next steps if required.

Media and Sport, how many staff network events took place in her Department in May 2025 ; and what the names of those events were.

Staff networks are collaborative volunteer networks, organised by staff themselves rather than the department. As a result, events are organised by staff themselves, not the department. We are aware of the following events that these networks organised in May 2025.7 events were held in May: For Mental Health Awareness Week, 5 events took place: Women’s Mental Health Talk, Monday, May 12.Men’s Mental Health Talk, Monday, May 12,Keeping Healthy at Work, Wednesday, May 14LGBT+ Awareness Talk, Thursday, May 15Mental Health Awareness Week Panel, Thursday, May 15 For World Culture Day, optional drop-in “bring your own lunches” were hosted in Manchester, Darlington and London on Wednesday, May 21.The Faith and Belief Network, held a “Faith, Fasting and Food” lunchtime discussion on Thursday, May 22

How many staff network events took place in her Department in May 2025; and what the names of those events were.

Staff network events are organised in staff members’ own time, and are only centrally registered when there is any use of taxpayers’ money approved for the facilitation of such an event. No events were centrally registered in May.

Whether his Department has updated guidance on the use of single-sex facilities in response to the Supreme Court judgement in the case of For Women Scotland v The Scottish Ministers of 16 April 2025.

We will review and update policy wherever necessary to ensure it complies with the latest legal requirements. We aim to ensure appropriate facilities are available for all staff.

How many staff network events took place in her Department in May 2025; and what the names of those events were.

The information you have requested is not held centrally, as staff networks are collaborative volunteer networks, organised by staff themselves rather than the department. This would include site-specific networks. Gathering this data would incur disproportionate costs. While some networks are organised centrally, there is no requirement for network groups across the organisation to be formally recorded or registered. Networks can be based on location, team structure and development as well as areas of diversity, health and inclusion. Some centrally organised networks may hold information but this does not provide a full picture of all network events during May 2025.

How many staff network events took place in his Department in May 2025; and what the names of those events were.

Information is not held centrally on the Ministry of Defence’s employee network events which encompass a wide range of interests and activities. Network events specifically related to diversity are only tracked where central funding has been requested: no such diversity network events took place in May 2025.

Whether her Department has updated guidance on the use of single-sex facilities in response to the Supreme Court judgement in the case of For Women Scotland v The Scottish Ministers of 16 April 2025.

We will review and update policy wherever necessary to ensure it complies with the latest legal requirements. We aim to ensure appropriate facilities are available for all staff.

How many staff network events took place in her Department in May 2025; and what the names of those events were.

Staff networks are collaborative volunteer networks, organised by staff rather than the Department. The majority of staff time spent on network activities is voluntary and unpaid.We are aware of seven events organised by networks in May 2025:Parenting in the Fast Lane: Managing work, life, and everything in between. Parents Network panel event.Meet the new MoJ Armed Forces Network and commemorate VE Day.My journey to Islam: A panel event hosted by the MoJ Muslim Network where colleagues explore their experience of joining Islam.Meet your staff networks: lunchtime marketplace event in Petty France.Parent’s Network and Safe Space Forum session on understanding the impact of domestic abuse.Frontline Staff Network Knowledge Sharing event: Tips for presenting data.Let’s Talk Menopause: Supporting the Workplace in Menopause (SWIM) Network Event for Managers.

How many staff network events took place in his Department in May 2025; and what the names of those events were.

DESNZ values our Staff Networks, who support colleagues in line with our ‘Inclusive’ Value. The following two Staff Network events took place in May 2025: ‘A listening circle for Trans* colleagues and allies’ and ‘Managing Pain and Fatigue at Work and Beyond’.

How many staff network events took place in her Department in May 2025; and what the names of those events were.

No staff network events took place in my Department in May 2025.

How many staff network events took place in her Department in May 2025; and what the names of those events were.

3 events were held by the Treasury’s staff networks in May 2025.Treasury History Network held 2 sessions of “Wars, fires and pandemics: how events shaped our buildings”.The Ethnic Diversity Network hosted “Inclusivity within national security and demystifying the DV process”.