Written questions by Byrne.

What estimate his Department has made of the level of the tarrifs avoided on an annual basis as a result of the US-UK Economic Prosperity Deal based on the following assumptions: (a) 100% tariffs removed on pharmaceuticals worth £6.6 billion; (b) a reduction in automotive tariffs from 25% to 10% applied to £9 billion of UK car exports, assuming full utilisation of the applicable quota; (c) 10% tariff removed on £2.2 billion of aerospace exports; and (d) 25% tariffs removed on £0.4 billion of steel and aluminium exports; using export values from the Office for National Statistics, and if not, what alternative assumptions and estimates the Department uses.

Negotiations on the UK-US Economic Prosperity Deal are ongoing. Discussions include tariff and non‑tariff barriers, digital and services trade, and sectors under section 232 investigation.We will keep the House fully informed on these developments along with the expected economic outcomes of any final agreement.Impact assessments are completed at the conclusion of a Free Trade Agreement.

Pursuant to the answer of 27 January 2026 to question 106487, what the value is of tariff duties the UK has not incurred through the UK-US Economic Prosperity Deal.

Through EPD negotiations, the UK has agreed preferential trading terms with the US in a range of sectors. This includes locking in a 10% “reciprocal” tariff, 0% for aerospace and pharmaceuticals, and 10% for cars within quota. The UK is also the only country to have avoided 50% steel and aluminium tariffs. Discussions continue on a wider UK-US Economic Deal which will look at addressing specific tariff and non-tariff barriers and increasing digital and services trade. We will keep the House fully informed on these developments along with the expected economic outcomes of the final deal. Impact assessments are completed at the conclusion of a Free Trade Agreement.

What the increase in UK GDP will be from the upgraded UK-Republic of Korea agreement.

The upgraded UK-Republic of Korea (RoK) Free Trade Agreement (FTA) guarantees permanent tariff-free access to 98% of RoK’s lines, ensuring £2 billion of UK goods exports at risk of additional duties can continue to benefit from reduced tariffs. New services provisions could also help increase UK services exports by £400 million annually in the long term.Once the upgraded agreement is signed we will publish detailed analytical information, including trade impacts. As this is an upgraded FTA, we intend to use a New Quantitative Trade Model (NQTM) which will provide a more accurate overview of the upgraded FTA’s economic impact.

What the value is of tariff duties the UK has avoided on its goods exports through the UK-US Economic Prosperity Deal and any related updates to this agreement.

UK goods exports to the US amounted to £63 billion in the 12 months to the end of September 2025.Thanks to the Economic Prosperity Deal, the UK has secured 0% tariffs for the aerospace sector, preferential 25% tariffs on steel and aluminium and cut automotive tariffs to 10% within quota, protecting industries that export tens of billions to the US. The UK has also secured 0% tariffs for the pharmaceutical sector.

Which (a) Department and (b) Minister have lead responsibility for the implementation of the UK-US Economic Prosperity Deal; and what (i) cross-government structures and (ii) processes are in place to coordinate its delivery.

The Department for Business and Trade has lead responsibility for implementation of the General Terms of the UK‑US Economic Prosperity Deal (EPD), which sits within my Trade Policy portfolio, with overall oversight from the Secretary of State for Business and Trade.Delivery of the EPD draws on expertise from across government. Coordination is led by the Department for Business and Trade, using established official and ministerial channels, supported by the Cabinet Office.

What his Department expects the impact to be on UK GDP from an upgraded UK-Republic of Turkey agreement.

It is too soon to presume on the final outcomes of FTA negotiations; we are making strong progress with a fourth negotiation round scheduled next month.Turkey is an important trading partner for the UK, with bilateral trade worth £28 billion in the 12 months to September 2025, doubling in current prices over the past decade. The current agreement ensures tariff free trade on over 99% of goods but does not include any services provisions. This new deal will focus on the UK’s strengths in services, which account for 81% of GDP.Once an upgraded UK–Turkey FTA is signed we will publish detailed information, alongside an impact assessment, including trade impacts.

When he plans to reply to the letter from the Rt hon. Member for Birmingham Hodge Hill and Solihull North of 3 December 2025, reference LB49226.

The Department aims to respond to correspondence within 15 working days. I apologise for the delay in responding and can confirm a response was issued on 20 January 2026.

With reference to the policy papers entitled Spending Review 2025, published on 30 June 2025, and Budget 2025, published on 28 November 2025, what their Department’s capital Departmental Expenditure Limit (DEL) will be in each year of the Spending Review period; how much capital funding has been allocated to each of their Department’s programmes; and how much and what proportion of the capital DEL allocation remains unallocated in each year.

The Department for Business and Trade’s capital Departmental Expenditure Limit (CDEL) settlement in each year of the Spending Review period is:2025-26: £1.6 billion2026-27: £1.8 billion2027-28: £2.0 billion2028-29: £2.0 billion2029-30: £1.9 billion Individual programme allocations are subject to annual internal planning. The Department’s CDEL settlement across all years of the Spending Review includes:Over £3.0 billion funding for the advanced manufacturing sector, anchoring the supply chain of zero emission vehicles, batteries and ultra-low and zero-carbon emission aircraft.£2.9 billion for the British Business Bank to support companies to start, scale and grow in the UK. There is currently no unallocated capital funding in the Department, and allocations remain subject to the regular review of the Department’s capital spending plans.

With reference to the Prime Minister’s written ministerial statement of 3 June 2025 on Machinery of Government: Cyber-security and Defence Exports, HCWS679, if his Department will retain responsibility for policy on the export of dual-use items.

There are currently no plans to change DBT’s responsibility for policy on the export of dual-use items.

With reference to recommendation 12 on page 63 of the Strategic Defence Review, published on 2 June 2025, whether the review of export licensing policy will examine export controls relating to (a) sensitive technologies, (b) intangible transfers, (c) technological advancements and (d) the targeting end-uses and end-users of concern.

The implementation of the Strategic Defence Review’s recommendations will be led by the Ministry of Defence.This will include the transfer of UK Defence and Security Exports from the Department for Business and Trade to the MOD.This will also include consideration of how our export licensing processes can best support UK industry participation in international defence programmes.It does not include plans to change the operation of the Export Control Joint Unit, which is led by the Department for Business and Trade, supported by MOD and FCDO.It also does not include plans to change our Strategic Export Licensing Criteria, through which ECJU implements its responsibilities under the Export Control Act.DBT and MOD will continue to engage with the relevant committees in Parliament on the detail of this work as it develops.

With reference to recommendation 12 on page 63 of the Strategic Defence Review, published on 2 June 2025, whether (a) export licensing decisions will remain the responsibility of his Department and (b) the Export Control Joint Unit will continue to be based in his Department.

The implementation of the Strategic Defence Review’s recommendations will be led by the Ministry of Defence.This will include the transfer of UK Defence and Security Exports from the Department for Business and Trade to the MOD.This will also include consideration of how our export licensing processes can best support UK industry participation in international defence programmes.It does not include plans to change the operation of the Export Control Joint Unit, which is led by the Department for Business and Trade, supported by MOD and FCDO.It also does not include plans to change our Strategic Export Licensing Criteria, through which ECJU implements its responsibilities under the Export Control Act.DBT and MOD will continue to engage with the relevant committees in Parliament on the detail of this work as it develops.

With reference to recommendation 12 on page 63 of the Strategic Defence Review, published on 2 June 2025, who will conduct the review of the export licensing policy; what the (a) planned timetable and (b) terms of reference of that review will be; and (i) which groups and organisations his Department plans to consult and (ii) whether there will be a public consultation.

The implementation of the Strategic Defence Review’s recommendations will be led by the Ministry of Defence.This will include the transfer of UK Defence and Security Exports from the Department for Business and Trade to the MOD.This will also include consideration of how our export licensing processes can best support UK industry participation in international defence programmes.It does not include plans to change the operation of the Export Control Joint Unit, which is led by the Department for Business and Trade, supported by MOD and FCDO.It also does not include plans to change our Strategic Export Licensing Criteria, through which ECJU implements its responsibilities under the Export Control Act.DBT and MOD will continue to engage with the relevant committees in Parliament on the detail of this work as it develops.

With reference to recommendation 12 on page 63 of the Strategic Defence Review, published on 2 June 2025, whether his Department's review of export licensing policy will include an examination of the effectiveness of the Export Control Joint Unit.

The implementation of the Strategic Defence Review’s recommendations will be led by the Ministry of Defence.This will include the transfer of UK Defence and Security Exports from the Department for Business and Trade to the MOD.This will also include consideration of how our export licensing processes can best support UK industry participation in international defence programmes.It does not include plans to change the operation of the Export Control Joint Unit, which is led by the Department for Business and Trade, supported by MOD and FCDO.It also does not include plans to change our Strategic Export Licensing Criteria, through which ECJU implements its responsibilities under the Export Control Act.DBT and MOD will continue to engage with the relevant committees in Parliament on the detail of this work as it develops.

With reference to recommendation 12 on page 63 of the Strategic Defence Review, published on 2 June 2025, qwhther his Department's review of export licensing policy will include the (a) UK Strategic Export Licensing Criteria, (b) Export Control Act 2002 and (c) Export Control Order 2008.

The implementation of the Strategic Defence Review’s recommendations will be led by the Ministry of Defence.This will include the transfer of UK Defence and Security Exports from the Department for Business and Trade to the MOD.This will also include consideration of how our export licensing processes can best support UK industry participation in international defence programmes.It does not include plans to change the operation of the Export Control Joint Unit, which is led by the Department for Business and Trade, supported by MOD and FCDO.It also does not include plans to change our Strategic Export Licensing Criteria, through which ECJU implements its responsibilities under the Export Control Act.DBT and MOD will continue to engage with the relevant committees in Parliament on the detail of this work as it develops.

With reference to recommendation 12 on page 63 of the Strategic Defence Review, published on 2 June 2025, whether his Department's review of export licensing policy will include the UK’s (a) participation in, (b) its interpretation of and (c) approach to (i) international treaties and (ii) any other international law and agreements relevant to arms control.

The implementation of the Strategic Defence Review’s recommendations will be led by the Ministry of Defence.This will include the transfer of UK Defence and Security Exports from the Department for Business and Trade to the MOD.This will also include consideration of how our export licensing processes can best support UK industry participation in international defence programmes.It does not include plans to change the operation of the Export Control Joint Unit, which is led by the Department for Business and Trade, supported by MOD and FCDO.It also does not include plans to change our Strategic Export Licensing Criteria, through which ECJU implements its responsibilities under the Export Control Act.DBT and MOD will continue to engage with the relevant committees in Parliament on the detail of this work as it develops.

What was the total (a) number and (b) value of financial penalties (i) levied and (ii) collected by Companies House since October 2024.

Since October 2024, 234 financial penalties have been issued. These had a total value of £58,500. The volume of penalties issued will rise once initial work to deploy the required systems and processes has been completed.5 financial penalties have been collected, totalling £1,250. Action to collect penalties will accelerate during summer 2025. Outstanding penalties will be referred to debt collection and litigation where appropriate.This information is unaudited and subject to change. Audited figures will be made available when Companies House’s annual accounts are laid in Parliament. This is currently expected to be delivered in July 2025.

How many requests were made by Companies House to query information (a) sent for acceptance to and (b) already published on the register using the new enforcement powers introduced in March 2024.

Since 4 March 2024 Companies House has been using its new powers to challenge, question and reject documents and to make enquiries about documents that have already been registered.No figure for filings that have been queried prior to before registration is available.To the year ending 4 March 2025, Companies House removed:82,600 registered office addresses,66,900 officer addresses,55,100 PSC addresses,11,200 other documentsPersonal information was redacted from 49,800 incorporation documents. A further have been removed from the register. These actions have affected 100,400 companies in total.

Whether Companies House has key performance indicators to measure the quality of information on the registry.

Work is underway to develop key performance indicators and establish baselines to measure the quality of information on the Companies House register. The need for this work has been triggered by the implementation of the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act (ECCTA).The key performance indicators will include assessments of compliance levels, adherence to data standards and measurement of the value of the information on the Register.Companies House are also investigating ways to estimate false, misleading and inaccurate information in line with the Registrar’s objectives under ECCTA. This will be based on the threats outlined in the Strategic Intelligence Assessment.

For what reason the launch of the service to register Companies House authorised agents has been delayed.

Companies House is transforming its technology infrastructure in order to implement measures under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023.The decision was taken to postpone the full launch for a short period to allow time to address the issues and ensure the service will continue to operate to a high standard for customers.

How many requests were made to Companies House to (a) remove and (b) change director details in each year between 2020 and 2024.

No figure for requests to remove or change director details is currently available.Companies House does hold data on removals of officer addresses. To the year ending 4 March 2025, Companies House removed 66,900 officer addresses.