Every parliamentary written question tabled by Rachel Taylor this session, with the full answer and department. Back to the MP page.
Showing 1–20 of 56 · this parliament
What steps she is taking to support the freight sector with increased fuel costs.
The Department for Transport recognises growing concerns around rising fuel and transport costs caused by the conflict in the Middle East. The Department fully recognises the need to maintain the continuity of critical supply chains and is actively monitoring any potential impacts. The Department will continue to work with industry to understand the pressures and options to mitigate any risks.
Media and Sport, with reference to the announcement of £85m funding for football facilities in 2025/2026, how much funding will the Department for Culture, Media and Sport be allocating to a. Tennis, b. Padel, and c. Other court based sports.
We are working closely with the sport sector stakeholders and local leaders to develop plans for funding for a range of sports across the country based on what each community needs. We will keep stakeholders and the wider sport sector updated as this work progresses, and we will announce plans once they have been fully developed. Alongside the Government’s announcement of £85 million of investment via the Multi-Sport Grassroots Facilities Programme (MSGF) in 2026/27, we set out that an additional £15 million will be invested into innovative facilities in England, to allow more people to participate in sports they wish to. This builds on £98 million delivered through the MSGF in 2025/26, which has benefitted nearly 1000 community grassroots sport projects. Our programme delivery partner for the Multi-Sport Grassroots Facilities Programme, the Football Foundation, makes decisions on which projects they fund based on a variety of factors, including how a project demonstrates an ability to satisfy programme objectives linked to multi-sport provision, investment into areas of need, and increased participation for women and girls.
Media and Sport, with reference to her Department's press release entitled New and upgraded grassroots sport facilities to get the UK active, published on 27 January 2026. how does she plan to allocate the remaining £400 million.
We are working closely with the sport sector stakeholders and local leaders to develop plans for funding for a range of sports across the country based on what each community needs. We will keep stakeholders and the wider sport sector updated as this work progresses, and we will announce plans once they have been fully developed. Alongside the Government’s announcement of £85 million of investment via the Multi-Sport Grassroots Facilities Programme (MSGF) in 2026/27, we set out that an additional £15 million will be invested into innovative facilities in England, to allow more people to participate in sports they wish to. This builds on £98 million delivered through the MSGF in 2025/26, which has benefitted nearly 1000 community grassroots sport projects. Our programme delivery partner for the Multi-Sport Grassroots Facilities Programme, the Football Foundation, makes decisions on which projects they fund based on a variety of factors, including how a project demonstrates an ability to satisfy programme objectives linked to multi-sport provision, investment into areas of need, and increased participation for women and girls.
Media and Sport, how does the her Department intend to ensure that the £400m of funding earmarked for grassroots sports facilities benefits a wide range of sports which appeal to different demographics and communities.
The Government is committed to ensuring that everyone, regardless of background, should have access to and benefit from quality sport and physical activity opportunities. That has to mean delivering a range of facilities across the country based on what each local community needs.We are working closely with the sport sector stakeholders and local leaders to develop plans for funding for a range of sports across the country based on what each community needs.
What steps her Department is taking to ensure that road freight trade associations will be included on the road safety Expert Advisory Panel.
On 7 January 2026 we published our new Road Safety Strategy, setting out our vision for a safer future on our roads for all. The Strategy sets an ambitious target to reduce the number of people killed or seriously injured on British roads by 65% by 2035 (and 70% for children under 16). Delivery of the Strategy will be supported and monitored by a new Road Safety Board which I will chair. This will be supported by an Expert Advisory Panel, which will provide insight from those working directly with road users and communities. The Board and Expert Advisory Panel are currently under development and decisions regarding membership and format will be made in due course.
What criteria will be used to determine membership of the road safety Expert Advisory Panel.
On 7 January 2026 we published our new Road Safety Strategy, setting out our vision for a safer future on our roads for all. The Strategy sets an ambitious target to reduce the number of people killed or seriously injured on British roads by 65% by 2035 (and 70% for children under 16). Delivery of the Strategy will be supported and monitored by a new Road Safety Board which I will chair. This will be supported by an Expert Advisory Panel, which will provide insight from those working directly with road users and communities. The Board and Expert Advisory Panel are currently under development and decisions regarding membership and format will be made in due course.
What the cost of an annual standard class rail season ticket was between Bedworth and Nuneaton stations in (a) 2010 and (b) 2024.
In 2010 this ticket was £424.00 and the cost of this in 2024 was £656.00.
What the cost of an annual standard class rail season ticket was between Bedworth and Coventry stations in (a) 2010 and (b) 2024.
In 2010 this ticket was £680.00 and the cost of this in 2024 was £972.00.
What the cost of an annual standard class rail season ticket was between Water Orton and Birmingham stations in (a) 2010 and (b) 2024.
In 2010, the cost of this annual season ticket is not held by this Department, CrossCountry Trains will hold this information and should be contacted for this, the cost of this in 2024 was £1028.00.
What the cost of an annual standard class rail season ticket was between Atherstone and London stations in (a) 2010 and (b) 2024.
The cost of this annual season ticket in 2010 is not held by this department. West Midlands Trains will hold this information and can be contacted for this.The cost of this ticket in 2024 was £11,716.
What the cost of an annual standard class rail season ticket was between Atherstone and Nuneaton stations in (a) 2010 and (b) 2024.
The cost of this in 2010 was £564.00 and in 2024 the cost was £920.00.
What the cost of an annual standard class rail season ticket was between Coleshill and Birmingham stations in (a) 2010 and (b) 2024.
The cost of this annual season ticket from 2010 is not held by this department, Cross Country Trains will hold this information and should be contacted for this.The cost of this ticket in 2024 was £1,424.
What the cost of an annual standard class rail season ticket was between Atherstone and Tamworth stations in (a) 2010 and (b) 2024.
The cost of this ticket in 2010 was £660.00 and in 2024 the cost was £2,856.
What the cost of an annual standard class rail season ticket was between Atherstone and Birmingham stations in (a) 2010 and (b) 2024.
The cost of this ticket in 2010 was £1,452 and in 2024 was £2,464.
Whether he has considered developing an LGBT+ health strategy.
The Government is committed to ensuring that the National Health Service is there for everyone when they need it, providing equal access to health care which promotes choice and inclusivity. As a result, as of April 2025, my Rt Hon. Friend, the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care commissioned NHS England to undertake an LGBT+ health evidence review.The review is being led by Dr Michael Brady, the National Advisor for LGBT Health at NHS England, and was launched in July 2025. It is considering how we can better understand LGBT+ healthcare needs, provide expert insight and recommendations, and build a foundation for future action on health inequalities.It will conclude in early 2026 with a final report and recommendations for my Rt Hon. Friend, the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care. Further information on what the review covers, and its methodology, can be found at the following link:https://www.england.nhs.uk/about/equality/equality-hub/patient-equalities-programme/lgbt-health/lgbt-health-evidence-review/
Media and Sport, whether the government is considering a bid to host the 2035 Ryder Cup when it returns to Europe.
The Government remains committed to delivering major international sporting events with pride - building upon the UK’s global reputation for excellence in event delivery - and seeking new opportunities to do so. We prioritise support for events based on a range of criteria, which includes how far they help create social and economic benefits for the UK and contribute towards the Government's Plan for Change. The UK has secured a strong pipeline of events over the coming years, including the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, 2026 European Athletics Championships in Birmingham, the Grand Départ for the Tour De France and the Tour de France Femmes in 2027 and the UEFA European Championships in 2028. We continue to work closely with our expert arm’s-length body UK Sport to identify opportunities that will strengthen the UK’s major events pipeline and will monitor developments regarding future host venues for the Ryder Cup.
Whether her Department holds data on the average price of train journeys for (a) Atherstone to London, (b) Atherstone to Nuneaton, (c) Atherstone to Tamworth, (d) Atherstone to Birmingham, (e) Coleshill to Birmingham, (f) Water Orton to Birmingham, (g) Birmingham International to Birmingham New St. (h) Bedworth to Coventry, (j) Bedworth to Nuneaton in (i) 2010 and (ii) 2024.
The Department does not hold this information. The Rail Delivery Group and individual train operating companies will hold this data.
With reference to the temporary removal of the Unclaimed Estates list from GOV.UK, how many newly referred estates are awaiting advertisement; what assessment she has made of the potential impact of the removal of the list from GOV.UK on entitled heirs; and if she will reinstate the list with (a) verified named‑user access, (b) no bulk downloads, (c) access logging and (d) other enhanced safeguards.
As of 24 September 2025, up to 153 estates await possible advertising since the temporary removal of the Bona Vacantia unclaimed estates list on 7 July 2025.The future publication of the list is currently under review.Estates administered as bona vacantia continue to be published in The Gazette.
If he will take steps to pilot (a) short video interviews, (b) biometric ID checks and (c) other live identity verification for the personal applications of wills.
HMCTS staff are trained in processing and verifying probate applications, with systems established to identify and escalate cases that present certain features of concern. These procedures are regularly reviewed to ensure they address emerging issues appropriately.The Department is reviewing how personal applicants are identified for probate, as part of a wider examination of non-contentious probate rules: https://www.judiciary.uk/guidance-and-resources/working-group-members/.
Whether he has considered the potential impact of the raw cane sugar Autonomous Tariff Quota on (a) consumers and (b) the farming industry.
The Government is currently undertaking a review of the Autonomous Tarif Quota (ATQ) on raw cane sugar following an engagement exercise that closed in March 2025.We are considering a range of factors including potential impacts on consumers; striking the right balance between supporting domestic sugar beet farmers and refiners and raw cane refining industries; and the UK’s wider strategic trade objectives.We are carefully considering the potential impact of any changes, and an outcome of this review will be announced in due course.