Every parliamentary written question tabled by Martin Wrigley this session, with the full answer and department. See how every department answers, or back to the MP page.
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Innovation and Technology, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of the merger of Vodafone and Three on the rollout of 5G services in (a) Devon and (b) Newton Abbot constituency.
The Government’s ambition is for all populated areas to have access to higher quality standalone 5G by 2030. As a result of the merger, VodafoneThree has committed to investing £11 billion in its joint network. They state this will lead to 99% UK populati...
Innovation and Technology, what support her Department is offering to Local Authorities to support the connectivity of 5G in their areas.
The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology has published, via the Digital Connectivity Portal, extensive guidance for local authorities and operators to help facilitate broadband and mobile connectivity deployment. This includes technical infor...
Food and Rural Affairs, what assessment they have made of the potential impact of Natural England's proposals to include Dartmoor ponies in livestock counts on the future population and conservation of Dartmo
Awaiting answer.
How many members of the Civil Service Pension Scheme reached their retirement date before receiving a retirement benefits quotation in the most recent period for which data is available.
The Cabinet Office awarded Capita the contract to administer the Civil Service Pension Scheme in November 2023 under the previous government. The current delays facing scheme members are entirely unacceptable, and this Government has taken firm action to ...
Whether she is taking steps to ensure that RASSO capability is embedded across all policing functions.
This Government recognises the profound and lasting impact of violence against women and girls, and we are absolutely committed to improving the police response to these crimes.We have established the National Centre for VAWG and Public Protection (NCVPP)...
What information his Department holds on the proportion of retirement benefit calculations issued by Capita under the Civil Service Pension Scheme which were determined to be correct at first issue in the most r
The Cabinet Office awarded Capita the contract to administer the Civil Service Pension Scheme in November 2023 under the previous government. The current delays facing scheme members are entirely unacceptable, and this Government has taken firm action to ...
What assessment she has made of the potential impact of trauma related sickness and retention challenges in RASSO teams on the work of such teams.
This Government recognises the profound and lasting impact of violence against women and girls, and we are absolutely committed to improving the police response to these crimes.We have established the National Centre for VAWG and Public Protection (NCVPP)...
Whether she has made an assessment of the potential resource implications of implementing force wide VAWG improvement plans in Devon and Cornwall.
This Government recognises the profound and lasting impact of violence against women and girls, and we are absolutely committed to improving the police response to these crimes.We have established the National Centre for VAWG and Public Protection (NCVPP)...
If she will publish the criteria and cost benefit analysis for the proposed Pathfinder merger options.
The Police Reform White Paper, published on 26 January 2026, set out the Government’s commitment to introduce a new model for policing, so that it is fit for the modern world and we have the right policing in the right places. We will ensure local police ...
What steps she is taking to ensure that community policing priorities in Devon towns are supported following the implementation of national and metropolitan policing models currently being considered.
Every neighbourhood, including those in Devon towns, has named and contactable officers dedicated to tackling crime and anti-social behaviour in their communities. The Government is committed to strong neighbourhood policing, and by the end of this Parlia...
What assessment she has made of the potential impact of centralising the modern slavery unit on the responsiveness of services to local policing needs in (a) Devon and (b) Cornwall.
The Government is committed to tackling modern slavery and ensuring that law enforcement agencies have the tools and capabilities they need to prevent, disrupt and bring offenders to justice.The department provided dedicated funding to the Modern Slavery ...
What assessment she has made of the potential operational impact on Devon and Cornwall Police of closing the Torquay custody suite and consolidating custody provision in Exeter.
Decisions regarding police resourcing and the police estate in a force area, including provision of custody suite for those being detained, are operational matters for the Chief Constable and elected Police and Crime Commissioner (or equivalent).
What steps she is taking to ensure local accountability for policing following the abolition of Police and Crime Commissioners, and whether she will publish the accountability framework before the Pol
The Home Office is working with policing and local government stakeholders to design and implement future governance arrangements to replace Police and Crime Commissioners from May 2028. We will introduce a system of police governance that maintains consi...
If she will make an assessment of the potential financial impact on residents of Devon of harmonising police council tax precepts across larger policing areas following any future police force mergers
The Government has commissioned an independent review of police force structures, which will consider the optimal number and configuration of police forces across England and Wales. The review is expected to conclude by the end of the summer.The Governmen...
What assessment she has made of the potential impact of recent reforms to the IOPC and police misconduct system on public confidence and independent oversight of policing.
Key reforms in the Crime and Policing Act 2026 and in regulations make changes to the thresholds for decision-making in the police misconduct system. They also strengthen complainants’ rights to exercise the Victim’s Right to Review of IOPC decisions and ...
Whether the Police & Crime Lead will be required to chair the Policing Board.
The Home Office is working with policing and local government stakeholders to design and implement future governance arrangements to replace Police and Crime Commissioners from May 2028. We will introduce a system of police governance that maintains consi...
What steps the Government is taking to support forces in embedding equality, diversity and inclusion across operational policing, in particular during proposed police force mergers.
The Police Reform White Paper, published on 26 January 2026, set out the Government’s commitment to introduce a new model for policing, so that it is fit for the modern world and we have the right policing in the right places.The Independent Review of Pol...
What assessment she has made of the effectiveness of the (a) skills, (b) training and (c) time commitment required of councillors appointed to the new Policing Boards, and whether she will take steps
The Home Office is working with policing and local government stakeholders to design and implement future governance arrangements to replace Police and Crime Commissioners from May 2028. We will introduce a system of police governance that maintains consi...
Communities and Local Government, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of the newly merged Industrial Strategy Zones on a) local businesses moving out of the high street and b) integration of busin
Industrial Strategy Zones are a catalyst for business investment and growing the industries of the future in the UK. The intent is to complement existing local businesses, create jobs, and enhance supply chains. We will publish an evaluation in due course...
What information his Department holds on the longest current waiting time for a provision of a valuation for a Armed Forces Pension Scheme Cash Equivalent Transfer Value request associated with divorce and financ
As at 1 May 2026, there are 627 Cash Equivalent Value (CEV) cases remaining where the member is in scope for 2015 Remedy, with the longest delay recorded at approximately 130 weeks. 1,951 CEV cases have been issued since processing began in line with Reme...