Every parliamentary written question tabled by Matt Vickers this session, with the full answer and department. See how every department answers, or back to the MP page.
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Whether the Government plans to amend legacy benefit regulations to remove provisions recognising additional spouses in polygamous marriages.
Polygamous marriages are illegal in the UK. Immigration rules have generally prevented the formation of polygamous households in this country since 1988. Under successive governments access to benefit support for additional spouses is only available where...
What steps he is taking to close legacy benefit provisions relating to polygamous marriages.
Polygamous marriages are illegal in the UK. Immigration rules have generally prevented the formation of polygamous households in this country since 1988. Under successive governments access to benefit support for additional spouses is only available where...
Whether individuals in polygamous marriages can receive additional entitlement for multiple spouses under Universal Credit.
Polygamous marriages are not recognised under Universal Credit, and there is no provision within Universal Credit for additional entitlement in respect of multiple spouses. Polygamous marriages are illegal in the UK. Immigration rules have generally preve...
What plans he has for ministerial attendance from his Department at the Enhanced Games in the US.
No ministers from the Department for Business and Trade attended the Enhanced Games in the United States, and there are no plans for ministerial attendance at future editions.
Media and Sport, what steps her Department is taking to protect media plurality and ensure that a wide range of political viewpoints are represented in UK broadcasting.
The Government is strongly committed to supporting a free, sustainable, and plural media landscape. Newspapers, news magazines and broadcasters play a unique role in providing accurate news and information, and are a key part of our democracy. Through the...
What assessment her Department has made of the impact of social media use on educational outcomes for children and young people.
There is a lack of conclusive evidence on the impact of social media use on educational outcomes for children and young people. The department has partnered with London Interdisciplinary Social Science Doctoral Training Partnership and Imperial College Lo...
What progress his Department has made on appointing a National Specialty Lead for Rare Cancers as required by the Rare Cancers Act 2026.
The Government will implement the Rare Cancers Act 2026 by ensuring that a National Specialty Lead for Rare Cancers is appointed by summer 2026. The National Specialty Lead will be based in the National Institute for Health and Care Research’s Research De...
What plans his Department has to increase funding for brain tumours (a) in cash terms and (b) as a percentage of the national cancer research spend.
The Department invests over £1.7 billion each year on research through the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR). Cancer is a major area of NIHR spending at £141.6 million in 2024/25, reflecting its high priority.We are committed to furth...
What progress his Department has made on reviewing regulations of treatments for rare diseases and orphan drugs as required by the Rare Cancers Act 2026.
Following the launch of the new rare disease therapy framework, the Department has made significant progress in reviewing and proposing updates to the regulation of treatments for rare diseases and orphan drugs. Building on earlier policy commitments, the...
What plans his Department has to increase (a) the number of and (b) capacity to conduct clinical trials for patients with brain tumours.
The Department is committed to ensuring that all patients, including those with brain tumours, have access to cutting-edge clinical trials and innovative, lifesaving treatments. We are working to fast-track clinical trials to drive global investment into ...
What progress his Department is making on the development of mechanisms to easily contact eligible patients about relevant clinical trials and research.
The Department is committed to ensuring that all patients have access to cutting-edge clinical trials and innovative, lifesaving treatments. The Department funds research and research infrastructure through the National Institute for Health and Care Resea...
What assessment she has made of the potential impact of the increase in employer National Insurance contributions on jobs in the hospitality sector.
I refer you to my previous answer to PQ UIN 125056.
Food and Rural Affairs, what steps his Department is taking to help support the pig industry transition from carbon dioxide stunning to higher welfare alternatives.
As set out in this Government’s animal welfare strategy, Defra will consult on banning carbon dioxide gas stunning of pigs and on possible timescales for phasing out this method. Further details will be set out later this year.
What recent discussions he has had with the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland on the potential impact of renewed legacy investigations and prosecutions on (a) morale, (b) recruitment and (c) retention in th
The Secretary of State regularly meets with the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland to discuss a range of issues, including recruitment into the Armed Forces.
What assessment she has made of the potential impact of changes to employer National Insurance contributions and business rates on the viability of pubs, restaurants and hospitality venues in towns such as Stockton,
I refer you to my previous answer to PQ UIN 125056.
Food and Rural Affairs, what estimate her Department has made of the funding required to restore plantations on ancient woodland sites on the Public Forest Estate.
Restoration of plantations on ancient woodland sites on the Public Forest Estate, historically funded through Forestry England’s core budget, is being accelerated by targeted funding from Defra. The impact of this £5.9 million targeted Defra funding for 2...
What discussions he has had with hospitality businesses on the potential impact of employment costs on closures, opening hours and jobs.
The Government recognises the vital contribution of the hospitality sector to the UK, supporting local employment, sustaining high streets and communities, and playing an important role in our cultural and social fabric.We work closely with the Hospitalit...
Media and Sport, what discussions she has had with Ofcom on maintaining operational independence when considering complaints against licensed broadcasters.
The Government is strongly committed to supporting a free, sustainable, and plural media landscape. Newspapers, news magazines and broadcasters play a unique role in providing accurate news and information, and are a key part of our democracy. Through the...
Media and Sport, what steps her Department is taking to (a) protect media plurality and (b) ensure a wide range of political viewpoints in broadcasting.
The Government is strongly committed to supporting a free, sustainable, and plural media landscape. Newspapers, news magazines and broadcasters play a unique role in providing accurate news and information, and are a key part of our democracy. Through the...
What assessment he has made of the impact of the proposed amendments to the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations on the ability of voluntary mountain rescue teams to provide rescue cover at temporary sporting and cultural events.
It has not proved possible to respond to the hon. Member in the time available before Prorogation.