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Written question asked by Victoria Atkins (Conservative) on Monday, 26 January 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 29 January 2026 (named day). It was answered by Emma Hardy (Labour) on Wednesday, 4 February 2026 on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.


Water

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, with reference to her Department's White Paper entitled A New Vision for Water, published on 20 January 2026, if she plans to publish the Transition Plan on a sitting day of the House this year.

Answer

The Transition Plan will be published in 2026. It will set clear direction on priorities, sequencing, and engagement, giving the sector confidence as reforms begin and ahead of the introduction of an upcoming water bill.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
108247
Session
2024-26
Related items
A New Vision for Water
Tuesday, 20 January 2026
Command papers
House of Commons
House of Lords
Subjects
Reform Water
Link
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