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1565956

registered interest
date	11/01/2023
answering body	Treasury
answering dept id	14
answering dept short name	Treasury
answering dept sort name	Treasury
hansard heading	Economic Growth
house id	1
legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
question text	To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what assessment he has made of the potential merits of using new and innovative methods to generate economic growth and revenue, in particular in relation to cryptocurrency such as bitcoin, in the context of the current economic climate.
tabling member constituency	York Outer
tabling member printed	Julian Sturdy
uin	120917
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 16/01/2023 answer text <p>The government’s ambition is to make the UK a global hub for cryptoasset technology and investment. In April 2022, the government set out a number of reforms which will see the regulation and aspects of tax treatment of cryptoassets evolve. This included confirming the intention to regulate cryptoassets known as stablecoins and to introduce a ‘financial market infrastructure sandbox’ to enable firms to experiment and innovate. The government will consult on its approach to regulating a broader set of investment-related cryptoasset activities in due course.</p><p> </p><p>The UK is committed to creating a regulatory environment in which firms can innovate, while crucially maintaining financial stability and regulatory standards so that people and businesses can use new technologies both reliably and safely. Recent events in the crypto market reinforce the case for timely, clear and effective regulation.</p><p> </p><p>These measures will help to ensure firms can invest, innovate and scale up in this country.</p> answering member constituency Arundel and South Downs answering member printed Andrew Griffith question first answered 16/01/2023 13:53:21 answering member 4874 label Biography information for Andrew Griffith
tabling member	4079 label Biography information for Julian Sturdy

1564485

registered interest
date	06/01/2023
answering body	Department of Health and Social Care
answering dept id	17
answering dept short name	Health and Social Care
answering dept sort name	Health and Social Care
hansard heading	China: Coronavirus
house id	1
legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps the Government is taking to (a) monitor and (b) mitigate against the potential effect of rises in the number of covid-19 cases in China.
tabling member constituency	York Outer
tabling member printed	Julian Sturdy
uin	117574
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 12/01/2023 answer text <p>As the Government announced on 30 December, we are introducing a number of measures in England in response to the increase in COVID-19 cases in China, and in particular the risk of new variants emerging. To monitor the impact, the UK Health Security Agency began non-mandatory PCR testing with genomic sequencing at Heathrow airport, to detect new variants among passengers arriving on direct flights from China. Also, NHS England is now prioritising sequencing of symptomatic patients admitted to hospital who have been to China in the previous fortnight. To mitigate the impact, passengers arriving from China to England now need to show a negative COVID-19 pre-departure test taken no more than two days prior to departure. This will reduce the risk of people with COVID-19 boarding a flight to the United Kingdom. The situation and the need for these temporary measures will be kept under review.</p> answering member constituency Lewes answering member printed Maria Caulfield question first answered 12/01/2023 10:49:08 answering member 4492 label Biography information for Maria Caulfield
tabling member	4079 label Biography information for Julian Sturdy

1562835

registered interest
date	19/12/2022
answering body	Department of Health and Social Care
answering dept id	17
answering dept short name	Health and Social Care
answering dept sort name	Health and Social Care
hansard heading	Surgical Mesh Implants
house id	1
legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, if the Government will take steps to financially support women who have been negatively affected by polypropylene vaginal mesh implants.
tabling member constituency	York Outer
tabling member printed	Julian Sturdy
uin	113226
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 09/01/2023 answer text <p>Last year, we worked with NHS Resolution to launch a claims gateway on its website to provide further support to patients who may wish to bring a clinical negligence claim in relation to polypropylene vaginal mesh implants. We are also taking a range of action to improve the future safety of medicines and medical devices, setting high standards for industry to market and manufacture products, with the aim of reducing harm in the future.</p> answering member constituency Lewes answering member printed Maria Caulfield question first answered 09/01/2023 09:12:36 answering member 4492 label Biography information for Maria Caulfield
tabling member	4079 label Biography information for Julian Sturdy

1562836

registered interest
date	19/12/2022
answering body	Home Office
answering dept id	1
answering dept short name	Home Office
answering dept sort name	Home Office
hansard heading	Vetting: Care Workers
house id	1
legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
question text	To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, if the Government will take steps to (a) increase the speed of DBS checks and (b) provide applicants with updates on the progress on their application for people who have previously completed those checks within the social care sector.
tabling member constituency	York Outer
tabling member printed	Julian Sturdy
uin	113227
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 10/01/2023 answer text <p>The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) operates to published service standards of completing 80% of Basic checks within 2 days, 80% of Standard checks within 14 days, and 80% of Enhanced checks within 14 days.</p><p> </p><p>DBS’ year-to-date performance up to 31 October 2022 has been positive, providing 88% of Basic checks within 2 days, 95.2% of Standard checks within 14 days, and 79.5% of Enhanced checks within 14 days. These attainments apply to applications across all employment sectors, including the care sector. Furthermore, DBS is working closely with police forces to improve turnaround times for Enhanced checks.</p><p> </p><p>In addition, DBS provides an Update Service which allows:</p><ul><li>individuals to subscribe so they can keep their standard or enhanced certificates up-to-date; and</li><li>employers to check that person’s certificate online.</li></ul><p> </p><p>This service may reduce the need to apply for multiple certificates when individuals move from one job to another in the same workforce, or when a re-check is required, as employers can carry out a quick online status check to see if an individual’s certificate is still up-to-date. This service may be of significant benefit for individuals that work within the social care sector.</p><p>DBS also provides an ‘adult first check’ service to employing organisations in the care sector. Employers can request the result of a check of DBS’ list of barred adults, ahead of the completion of an Enhanced application. Depending on the result, a person can be permitted to start work with vulnerable adults, under supervision, before the result of an Enhanced DBS check.</p><p>Although DBS does not provide automatic progress updates during the processing of applications. However, it is possible for relevant parties to check on the progress of applications through DBS’ online tracking services.</p> answering member constituency Derbyshire Dales answering member printed Miss Sarah Dines question first answered 10/01/2023 10:31:14 answering member 4816 label Biography information for Miss Sarah Dines
tabling member	4079 label Biography information for Julian Sturdy

1552608

registered interest
date	16/12/2022
answering body	Cabinet Office
answering dept id	53
answering dept short name	Cabinet Office
answering dept sort name	Cabinet Office
hansard heading	Public Sector: Crimes of Violence
house id	1
legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
question text	To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, what steps the Government is taking to tackle (a) intimidation, (b) harassment and (c) violence directed towards public servants.
tabling member constituency	York Outer
tabling member printed	Julian Sturdy
uin	112084
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 22/12/2022 answer text <p>The Civil Service is committed to creating a safe and supportive work environment for all its employees and does not tolerate any form of unacceptable behaviour or abuse towards an employee. Those found to be bullying, harassing, discriminating, or violent towards employees or customers can face disciplinary procedures including charges of gross misconduct, leading to dismissal.</p><p>Civil Service HR (CSHR) have provided a suite of products to support departments in managing bullying, harassment and violence in the workplace and by third parties, including Media Attention Guidance which sets out the responsibilities for handling instances of unwanted, intrusive or aggressive media attention.</p><p>Departments have their own guidance on dealing with unacceptable customer behaviour including handling situations of - for example - assault against staff. In every incident that involves violence or a targeted threat of violence towards civil servants the police are notified and appropriate action taken.</p><p> </p> answering member constituency Horsham answering member printed Jeremy Quin question first answered 22/12/2022 10:28:45 answering member 4507 label Biography information for Sir Jeremy Quin
tabling member	4079 label Biography information for Julian Sturdy

1552609

registered interest
date	16/12/2022
answering body	Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities
answering dept id	211
answering dept short name	Levelling Up, Housing and Communities
answering dept sort name	Levelling Up, Housing and Communities
hansard heading	Landlords: Government Assistance
house id	1
legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, whether his Department plans to provide additional support to landlords following the ban on Section 21 evictions.
tabling member constituency	York Outer
tabling member printed	Julian Sturdy
uin	112085
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 22/12/2022 answer text <p>The Government recognises the vital role that good landlords play in providing homes for millions of people across the country. The white paper, '<a href="https://gbr01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.gov.uk%2Fgovernment%2Fpublications%2Fa-fairer-private-rented-sector&amp;data=05%7C01%7CParliamentary%40levellingup.gov.uk%7Ca4ae78ab547e44f887d808dae35cff42%7Cbf3468109c7d43dea87224a2ef3995a8%7C0%7C0%7C638072285794598901%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=5Hn7gTSV%2FlsjjG0ow9nt6YRceEpOtT8Iome9KaKzraQ%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">A fairer private rented sector</a>', sets out the government's plans to deliver a fairer deal for renters by abolishing section 21, while supporting the majority of good landlords operating in the sector. This includes introducing comprehensive, fair and efficient grounds to ensure landlords have confidence they can regain possession when it is reasonable.</p><p>When court action is needed for landlords to gain possession of their property, the courts should provide fair and efficient access to justice. We are working with the Ministry of Justice, the Judiciary and HM Courts and Tribunal Service to introduce improvements to make the possession process much more efficient for landlords.</p> answering member constituency Kensington answering member printed Felicity Buchan question first answered 22/12/2022 09:56:01 answering member 4821 label Biography information for Felicity Buchan
tabling member	4079 label Biography information for Julian Sturdy

1552610

registered interest
date	16/12/2022
answering body	Department for Education
answering dept id	60
answering dept short name	Education
answering dept sort name	Education
hansard heading	Students: Private Rented Housing
house id	1
legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what steps her Department is taking to ensure there is adequate support for students in private rented accommodation.
tabling member constituency	York Outer
tabling member printed	Julian Sturdy
uin	112086
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 04/01/2023 answer text <p>The department recognises the additional cost of living pressures that have arisen this year and that have impacted students. Many higher education (HE) providers have hardship funds that students can apply to for assistance. There is £261 million of student premium funding available this academic year to support disadvantaged students who need additional help. The department has worked with the Office for Students to ensure universities support students in hardship using both hardship funds and drawing on the student premium.</p><p>Universities and private accommodation providers are autonomous and are responsible for setting their own rent agreements. The department plays no direct role in the provision of student residential accommodation, whether the accommodation is managed by universities or private sector organisations.</p><p>All households will save on their energy bills through the Energy Price Guarantee and the £400 Energy Bills Support Scheme discount. Students who buy their energy from a domestic supplier are eligible for the energy bills discount. The Energy Prices Act passed on 25 October includes the provision to require landlords to pass benefits they receive from energy price support, as appropriate, onto end users. Further details of the requirements under this act are set out in the legislation.</p><p>Students whose bills are included in their rent, including energy charges, will typically have agreed their accommodation costs upfront when signing their contract for the current academic year. Businesses, including those that provide student accommodation, are covered by the Energy Bill Relief Scheme which provides energy bill relief for non-domestic customers in Great Britain.</p><p>A HM Treasury-led review will be launched to consider how to support households and businesses with energy bills after April 2023.</p><p>Decisions on student support for HE courses are taken on an annual basis and changes for the current, 2022/23 academic year, were made through Regulations laid in December 2021.</p><p>The government is currently considering options for changes to loans and grants for living and other costs for the 2023/24 academic year starting in August 2023 and an announcement will follow in due course.</p> answering member constituency Harlow answering member printed Robert Halfon question first answered 04/01/2023 14:58:17 answering member 3985 label Biography information for Robert Halfon
tabling member	4079 label Biography information for Julian Sturdy

1549533

registered interest
date	07/12/2022
answering body	Treasury
answering dept id	14
answering dept short name	Treasury
answering dept sort name	Treasury
hansard heading	Financial Services: Age Discrimination
house id	1
legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
question text	To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what steps he is taking to help ensure that age discrimination is removed from financial services.
tabling member constituency	York Outer
tabling member printed	Julian Sturdy
uin	105320
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 09/12/2022 answer text <p>The Government is committed to tackling financial exclusion and discrimination and aims for everyone, whatever their background, age or income, to be able to access useful and affordable financial products and services. The Government works closely together with regulators, the financial services industry and other stakeholders, to ensure that all consumers of financial services are appropriately protected.</p><p> </p><p>In February 2021, the FCA published its finalised guidance for firms on the fair treatment of vulnerable customers, setting out a number of areas of best practice. This guidance explores, among other things, how firms can understand the needs of vulnerable customers and provide targeted services for this cohort.</p><p> </p><p>In addition, like all service providers, financial services firms are bound under the Equality Act 2010 to make reasonable adjustments, where necessary, in the way they deliver their services.</p> answering member constituency Arundel and South Downs answering member printed Andrew Griffith question first answered 09/12/2022 11:03:06 answering member 4874 label Biography information for Andrew Griffith
tabling member	4079 label Biography information for Julian Sturdy

1549534

registered interest
date	07/12/2022
answering body	Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
answering dept id	208
answering dept short name	Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
answering dept sort name	Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
hansard heading	Cyprus: Sovereignty
house id	1
legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what plans he has to progress a comprehensive final Cyprus Settlement.
tabling member constituency	York Outer
tabling member printed	Julian Sturdy
uin	105321
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 12/12/2022 answer text <p>The UK remains committed to supporting the UN efforts to reach a Cyprus settlement. The UK actively engages with all parties on this. The Foreign Secretary met Cypriot Foreign Minister Kasoulides on 15 November and stressed our commitment to work towards a just and lasting solution to the Cyprus settlement process. We support the UN led process and advocate a solution in line with UN parameters based on the model of a bi-zonal, bi-communal federation with political equality.</p> answering member constituency Aldershot answering member printed Leo Docherty question first answered 12/12/2022 16:40:34 answering member 4600 label Biography information for Leo Docherty
tabling member	4079 label Biography information for Julian Sturdy

1548928

registered interest
date	06/12/2022
answering body	Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities
answering dept id	211
answering dept short name	Levelling Up, Housing and Communities
answering dept sort name	Levelling Up, Housing and Communities
hansard heading	Housing
house id	1
legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, whether his Department has made an assessment of the potential role of densification in helping to increase supply of housing.
tabling member constituency	York Outer
tabling member printed	Julian Sturdy
uin	104173
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 14/12/2022 answer text <p>Further to the Secretary of State’s <a href="https://gbr01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fquestions-statements.parliament.uk%2Fwritten-statements%2Fdetail%2F2022-12-06%2Fhcws415&amp;data=05%7C01%7CParliamentary%40levellingup.gov.uk%7Ccb6fe5fee688478e3e4608dadded7237%7Cbf3468109c7d43dea87224a2ef3995a8%7C0%7C0%7C638066309129535075%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=pE%2BiHx9vKkagjmOdr43RbIfH9iM5JM6lo4N9xtUHvis%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">Written Ministerial Statement</a> of 6 December, the Department agrees that densification of our towns and cities can play an important part in meeting our housing needs in a way which makes effective use of previously developed land and the availability of infrastructure and services.</p> answering member constituency South East Cambridgeshire answering member printed Lucy Frazer question first answered 14/12/2022 16:55:59 answering member 4517 label Biography information for Lucy Frazer
tabling member	4079 label Biography information for Julian Sturdy