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To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what steps are being taken by her Department to ensure that animal conservation is recognised and promoted as part of a future UK – EU SPS veterinary agreement.
To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what steps are being taken by her Department to ensure that animal conservation is recognised and promoted as part of a future UK – EU SPS veterinary agreement.
Defra is committed to supporting animal conservation and has been clear about the importance of our high animal welfare standards.
This Government has committed, with the EU, to conclude negotiations before the next UK-EU Summit on the SPS Agreement which will make it easier to move animals between GB and the EU while protecting animal health and welfare standards. While those negotiations are ongoing, Defra cannot comment further on the SPS agreement.
To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what is the average cost to the public purse of a parliamentary by-election.
To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what is the average cost to the public purse of a parliamentary by-election.
The estimated cost of the Clacton by-election is set out in The Parliamentary Elections (Returning Officers’ Charges) Order 2024.
The average (mean) cost of a UK parliamentary by-election between 2021 and 2025 was approximately £343,768, including candidate mailing costs. This figure is estimated from final settled expenditure where available and claimed expenditure for by-elections where the claims process has not yet been completed.
Expenditure accounts for the 2026 parliamentary by-elections have not yet been received from the relevant Returning Officers.
That this House marks the 60th anniversary of the Llynpenmaen (Penmaenpool) tragedy of 22 July 1966, one of the worst maritime disasters in Wales, when the pleasure boat Prince of Wales sank on the Mawddach Estuary, resulting in the loss of 15 lives; remembers with deep respect those who lost their lives and extends its thoughts to their families and loved ones; recognises the lasting impact of the tragedy on the local community and on all those affected; welcomes the memorial service being organised by Dolgellau Town Council to commemorate this significant anniversary and the unveiling of a new memorial plaque; notes that the plaque will stand in memory of the 15 people who died and as a tribute to the 28 people who survived, as well as to the local residents, hotel staff and others who, with great courage and selflessness, assisted in the rescue efforts; further recognises that the tragedy prompted important changes to passenger boat safety regulations; and pays tribute to the enduring spirit of remembrance shown by the communities of Dolgellau, Penmaenpool and the wider Meirionnydd area in ensuring that those who perished, those who survived and those who came to their aid are never forgotten.
That this House marks the 60th anniversary of the Llynpenmaen (Penmaenpool) tragedy of 22 July 1966, one of the worst maritime disasters in Wales, when the pleasure boat Prince of Wales sank on the Mawddach Estuary, resulting in the loss of 15 lives; remembers with deep respect those who lost...
That this House recognises the exceptional service of emergency and volunteer search and rescue organisations across Wales during the recent spell of hot weather; notes the increased pressure on services as visitors flock to the country’s coastline, mountains, lakes and outdoor attractions; commends the efforts of the RNLI, HM Coastguard, National Coastwatch Institution, Cave and Mountain Rescue teams, the Welsh Ambulance Service, police and fire services, community first responders and volunteers; further recognises that these organisations save lives, prevent tragedies and provide an essential public service in some of Wales’s most challenging environments; pays tribute to all those who dedicate their time and expertise to protecting lives across Wales; calls on the UK Government to recognise the invaluable contribution made by emergency and volunteer rescue organisations in safeguarding communities and visitors alike; and wishes all emergency responders and volunteers a safe and successful summer season.
That this House recognises the exceptional service of emergency and volunteer search and rescue organisations across Wales during the recent spell of hot weather; notes the increased pressure on services as visitors flock to the country’s coastline, mountains, lakes and outdoor attractions; commends the efforts of the RNLI, HM Coastguard,...
To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, what the (a) reasons for and (b) outcomes of complaints made through the new independent reporting channel in HMPPS were.
To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, what the (a) reasons for and (b) outcomes of complaints made through the new independent reporting channel in HMPPS were.
HM Prison & Probation Service (HMPPS’s) Independent Review, Resolution and Investigation Service (IRRIS), which supersedes the Tackling Unacceptable Behaviour Unit (TUBU), was launched on 26 January 2026.
IRRIS continues to deliver all TUBU services: a helpline, mediation, investigation support and Climate Assessments. In addition, pending changes to HMPPS’s Grievance Policy, IRRIS operates an Interim Grievance Process.
The Interim Grievance Process, which operates in accordance with the current HMPPS Grievance Policy, was agreed with HMPPS’s recognised Trades Unions as a temporary measure to enable any member of HMPPS staff raising a bullying, harassment, discrimination or victimisation grievance to have their complaint handled by an independent decision maker, outside of their own management line.
TUBU and IRRIS led or supported 303 investigations in 2025-26. We are expanding IRRIS’s investigation capacity through role restructure and recruitment to enable the team to deliver the independent channel’s strengthened remit.
HMPPS is working closely with Ministry of Justice HR Policy colleagues to update its Grievance and Conduct & Discipline Polices to take account of the recommendations of the Rademaker Review. Those policies are close to being finalised and HMPPS will continue to run the interim grievance process until they are.
Based on management information available from our case management system, the total number of grievances received through the Interim Grievance Process since it began in November 2025 is 578. Of these, 387 were raised by prison staff and 170 by probation staff (including approved premises staff). The remaining 21 grievances were raised by headquarters staff. The concerns raised relate to harassment, discrimination, bullying and victimisation. Outcomes via the independent process include upheld, rejected and partially upheld decisions.
To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, how many (a) prison and (b) probation workers have made complaints through the new independent reporting channel in HMPPS.
To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, how many (a) prison and (b) probation workers have made complaints through the new independent reporting channel in HMPPS.
HM Prison & Probation Service (HMPPS’s) Independent Review, Resolution and Investigation Service (IRRIS), which supersedes the Tackling Unacceptable Behaviour Unit (TUBU), was launched on 26 January 2026.
IRRIS continues to deliver all TUBU services: a helpline, mediation, investigation support and Climate Assessments. In addition, pending changes to HMPPS’s Grievance Policy, IRRIS operates an Interim Grievance Process.
The Interim Grievance Process, which operates in accordance with the current HMPPS Grievance Policy, was agreed with HMPPS’s recognised Trades Unions as a temporary measure to enable any member of HMPPS staff raising a bullying, harassment, discrimination or victimisation grievance to have their complaint handled by an independent decision maker, outside of their own management line.
TUBU and IRRIS led or supported 303 investigations in 2025-26. We are expanding IRRIS’s investigation capacity through role restructure and recruitment to enable the team to deliver the independent channel’s strengthened remit.
HMPPS is working closely with Ministry of Justice HR Policy colleagues to update its Grievance and Conduct & Discipline Polices to take account of the recommendations of the Rademaker Review. Those policies are close to being finalised and HMPPS will continue to run the interim grievance process until they are.
Based on management information available from our case management system, the total number of grievances received through the Interim Grievance Process since it began in November 2025 is 578. Of these, 387 were raised by prison staff and 170 by probation staff (including approved premises staff). The remaining 21 grievances were raised by headquarters staff. The concerns raised relate to harassment, discrimination, bullying and victimisation. Outcomes via the independent process include upheld, rejected and partially upheld decisions.
To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, what recent progress he has made on the new independent reporting channel in HMPPS.
To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, what recent progress he has made on the new independent reporting channel in HMPPS.
HM Prison & Probation Service (HMPPS’s) Independent Review, Resolution and Investigation Service (IRRIS), which supersedes the Tackling Unacceptable Behaviour Unit (TUBU), was launched on 26 January 2026.
IRRIS continues to deliver all TUBU services: a helpline, mediation, investigation support and Climate Assessments. In addition, pending changes to HMPPS’s Grievance Policy, IRRIS operates an Interim Grievance Process.
The Interim Grievance Process, which operates in accordance with the current HMPPS Grievance Policy, was agreed with HMPPS’s recognised Trades Unions as a temporary measure to enable any member of HMPPS staff raising a bullying, harassment, discrimination or victimisation grievance to have their complaint handled by an independent decision maker, outside of their own management line.
TUBU and IRRIS led or supported 303 investigations in 2025-26. We are expanding IRRIS’s investigation capacity through role restructure and recruitment to enable the team to deliver the independent channel’s strengthened remit.
HMPPS is working closely with Ministry of Justice HR Policy colleagues to update its Grievance and Conduct & Discipline Polices to take account of the recommendations of the Rademaker Review. Those policies are close to being finalised and HMPPS will continue to run the interim grievance process until they are.
Based on management information available from our case management system, the total number of grievances received through the Interim Grievance Process since it began in November 2025 is 578. Of these, 387 were raised by prison staff and 170 by probation staff (including approved premises staff). The remaining 21 grievances were raised by headquarters staff. The concerns raised relate to harassment, discrimination, bullying and victimisation. Outcomes via the independent process include upheld, rejected and partially upheld decisions.
That this House commends the team behind Effi o Blaenau, a Welsh-language drama film by filmmaker Marc Evans that has been screened at the Glasgow Film Festival and recently had its UK-wide release to huge critical acclaim; notes that the film has become the most successful Welsh-language film ever released in the UK, breaking box office records on its opening weekend; further notes that the film is an adaptation of the 2015 one-woman play Iphigenia in Splott by Welsh dramatist Gary Owen and follows a young woman from Blaenau Ffestiniog whose life is changed forever after a chance encounter; highlights the film’s powerful and unflinching depiction of the impact of austerity in communities; acknowledges that the film’s success demonstrates the strength of creative talent in Wales and the growing appetite for stories rooted in Wales; and congratulates the cast and crew for this important cultural milestone for Welsh-language film.
That this House commends the team behind Effi o Blaenau, a Welsh-language drama film by filmmaker Marc Evans that has been screened at the Glasgow Film Festival and recently had its UK-wide release to huge critical acclaim; notes that the film has become the most successful Welsh-language film ever released...
That this House congratulates Yr Heliwr in Nefyn on reaching the fifth anniversary of its establishment as a community-owned pub; recognises the vision, determination and commitment shown by local residents in securing the future of this important community asset; commends the shareholders, volunteers, staff and directors whose efforts have ensured its success over the past five years; notes the vital role that community-owned enterprises play in supporting the Dwyfor Meirionnydd economy, preserving the Welsh language and culture, and providing spaces that bring people together; acknowledges Yr Heliwr as a valued social, cultural and economic hub for Nefyn and the wider Llŷn Peninsula; and wishes everyone involved continued success in the years ahead as they build on this remarkable achievement in community ownership and local enterprise.
That this House congratulates Yr Heliwr in Nefyn on reaching the fifth anniversary of its establishment as a community-owned pub; recognises the vision, determination and commitment shown by local residents in securing the future of this important community asset; commends the shareholders, volunteers, staff and directors whose efforts have ensured...
To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what estimate he has made of the number of surviving partners in receipt of a pension under the 1987 Police Pension Scheme who would lose their entitlement if they remarry or cohabit in (a) England and (b) Wales.
To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what estimate he has made of the number of surviving partners in receipt of a pension under the 1987 Police Pension Scheme who would lose their entitlement if they remarry or cohabit in (a) England and (b) Wales.
The most recent assessment made was in March 2020 for the actuarial valuation of the police pension schemes in England and Wales, with approximately 27,000 dependants in receipt of a pension. This figure includes dependants other than surviving partners and is for all schemes, not just the 1987 scheme. It is not possible to estimate accurately the number that will lose their pension if they remarry or cohabit. However, actuarial cost assumptions have been made based on historic data of survivor pension cessations as a result of remarriage or cohabitation.
Diolch yn fawr iawn, Lefarydd. The end of the Prime Minister’s premiership comes close on the heels of the end of Labour’s 100-year dominance in Wales. People simply did not feel that his party stood up for them, and it is irrefutable that that too is part of the Prime Minister’s legacy.
I believe there is a tradition of leaving notes on desks for successors. Will the Prime Minister leave a useful note to the incoming Prime Minister, saying that respect and understanding go a very long way and that democratic choices, including those of devolution, cannot be dismissed?
Diolch yn fawr iawn, Lefarydd. The end of the Prime Minister’s premiership comes close on the heels of the end of Labour’s 100-year dominance in Wales. People simply did not feel that his party stood up for them, and it is irrefutable that that too is part of the Prime Minister’s legacy.
I believe there is a tradition of leaving notes on desks for successors. Will the Prime Minister leave a useful note to the incoming Prime Minister, saying that respect and understanding go a very long way and that democratic choices, including those of devolution, cannot be dismissed?
I shall leave a note saying that what we delivered for Wales in these two years was the largest ever devolution settlement; the UK’s first small nuclear reactor, in Anglesey; investing £14 billion in Welsh rail; and a pay rise for 170,000 workers across Wales. I will end the note by saying, “We are lifting 70,000 Welsh children out of poverty—Keir Starmer”.
That this House recognises the annual arrival of swifts to the UK each May and their extraordinary aerial displays; notes with concern that swifts are now on the Government's List of birds of conservation concern, also known as the UK Red List for birds, due to significant population decline; acknowledges the importance of providing suitable nesting sites and sustaining insect populations to support their survival; further notes the remarkable migration of over 3,000 miles from Africa and their unique behaviour of spending much of their lives in flight; welcomes Swift Awareness Week activities in Dolgellau from 27 June to 4 July, including guided walks and talks delivered with the RSPB and North Wales Wildlife Trust; further recognises Dolgellau as home to one of the most impressive swift populations in Gwynedd; and praises the work of Arloesi Dolgellau for its leadership in supporting and promoting Swift Awareness Week, bringing together partners and the community to celebrate and safeguard these remarkable birds for future generations.
That this House recognises the annual arrival of swifts to the UK each May and their extraordinary aerial displays; notes with concern that swifts are now on the Government's List of birds of conservation concern, also known as the UK Red List for birds, due to significant population decline; acknowledges...
The Secretary of State had some cheek earlier, but Wales had 27 years of Labour and has had less than six weeks of a Plaid Cymru Government, so we have work to do, and we are getting on with it.
The Port Talbot steelworks fire caused huge damage, but not a single penny of Labour’s £2.5 billion steel fund has been guaranteed for steel in Wales. Instead, millions are being spent from this fund to support steel at Scunthorpe, leaving Welsh workers fearing they have been pushed aside. Will the Government stand up for Welsh interests and guarantee a fair share of the steel fund to all steel sites in Wales?
The Secretary of State had some cheek earlier, but Wales had 27 years of Labour and has had less than six weeks of a Plaid Cymru Government, so we have work to do, and we are getting on with it.
The Port Talbot steelworks fire caused huge damage, but not a single penny of Labour’s £2.5 billion steel fund has been guaranteed for steel in Wales. Instead, millions are being spent from this fund to support steel at Scunthorpe, leaving Welsh workers fearing they have been pushed aside. Will the Government stand up for Welsh interests and guarantee a fair share of the steel fund to all steel sites in Wales?
Our steel strategy will revitalise the UK steel sector, restoring domestic production, 50% of which will come from Wales, and securing supply for key sectors and national infrastructure. I really hope that the minority Plaid Welsh Government will support this work to support our Welsh steelworkers.
I am interested to hear the Minister’s response, but she is muddying the waters, because what she said does not relate to the steel fund. I am specifically talking about the steel fund and the contribution it will make to Wales; we know that that money is going to Scunthorpe.
On another matter, next week it will be a decade since the EU referendum, and the promised Brexit dividend is still a fantasy unicorn. The Welsh economy is at least £4 billion smaller and exports are down £1.1 billion. Over the same period, Northern Ireland—still in the single market, remember—has seen gross value added per head grow 20% faster than in Wales. We see the damage, and we know the solution. Wales, of course, is very much an exporting economy. Surely the Minister knows that the right thing to do by Wales and the rest of the UK is to rejoin the single market and the customs union.
I am interested to hear the Minister’s response, but she is muddying the waters, because what she said does not relate to the steel fund. I am specifically talking about the steel fund and the contribution it will make to Wales; we know that that money is going to Scunthorpe.
On another matter, next week it will be a decade since the EU referendum, and the promised Brexit dividend is still a fantasy unicorn. The Welsh economy is at least £4 billion smaller and exports are down £1.1 billion. Over the same period, Northern Ireland—still in the single market, remember—has seen gross value added per head grow 20% faster than in Wales. We see the damage, and we know the solution. Wales, of course, is very much an exporting economy. Surely the Minister knows that the right thing to do by Wales and the rest of the UK is to rejoin the single market and the customs union.
I am proud that this Government are resetting our relations with European partners to improve our economic and security co-operation following Brexit. The historic first UK-EU summit last year marked that turning point, and striking a deal is good for bills, good for borders and good for jobs. Our focus is on driving that forward and delivering a very strong EU-UK relationship.
That this House remembers with deep respect Heather Black of Llanegryn, Gwynedd, who sadly passed away in February 2026 following a diagnosis of pancreatic cancer, one of the UK’s leading cancer killers; pays tribute to her courage in facing her illness and her determination to prioritise her family and wider community; recognises her passionate advocacy for greater awareness of early symptoms and improved access to early diagnosis, particularly in rural and remote communities in Mid-Wales; commends her significant contribution to charitable and community life through her work in the Dysynni Valley and beyond including her work with young people across Wales; applauds the efforts of her family, and the wider community in continuing her legacy through fundraising initiatives including Walk 60 Miles in June and the Tywyn Tractor Run; notes the planned Purple Party and community tributes in Llanegryn celebrating her life and impact; highlights the urgent need to improve survival rates and research funding for pancreatic cancer; and honours Heather’s enduring legacy of compassion, leadership, and unwavering service to others.
That this House remembers with deep respect Heather Black of Llanegryn, Gwynedd, who sadly passed away in February 2026 following a diagnosis of pancreatic cancer, one of the UK’s leading cancer killers; pays tribute to her courage in facing her illness and her determination to prioritise her family and wider...
To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what contingency plans are in place to maintain operational resilience of HM Coastguard if significant numbers of experienced Coastguard Rescue Officers leave the service as a result of the removal of hourly remuneration and intention to implement a revised volunteer model by...
To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what contingency plans are in place to maintain operational resilience of HM Coastguard if significant numbers of experienced Coastguard Rescue Officers leave the service as a result of the removal of hourly remuneration and intention to implement a revised volunteer model by...
A Court of Appeal ruling found that the current remuneration model could not legally continue.
Public safety remains our priority, and careful consideration was given to the options for a revised operating model. The legal position, the operational implications, and the wider organisational impact have all been looked at in detail, as well as the views of current Coastguard Rescue Officers (CRO). They were clear that serving their community was a major reason why they volunteer. Protecting volunteering preserves a valuable form of public service. The revised model protects choice, flexibility and the ability for people to serve alongside their primary employment.
As a result, the decision was made to move to a new model with expenses but no hourly remuneration. This will be implemented in September 2026.
Recruitment into membership of the CRS continues as it has previously. Alongside the Coastguard Rescue Service, HM Coastguard will continue to draw upon the full UK Search and Rescue system, including HM Coastguard aviation assets, RNLI and independent lifeboats, independent rescue teams, lifeguards and other emergency services as they do today.
To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what impact assessment has been carried out on (a) public safety, (b) recruitment, (c) retention, (d) emergency response capability and (e) operational availability of Coastguard Rescue Officers as a result of the removal of hourly remuneration and intention to implement a revised...
To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what impact assessment has been carried out on (a) public safety, (b) recruitment, (c) retention, (d) emergency response capability and (e) operational availability of Coastguard Rescue Officers as a result of the removal of hourly remuneration and intention to implement a revised...
A Court of Appeal ruling found that the current remuneration model could not legally continue.
Public safety remains our priority, and careful consideration was given to the options for a revised operating model. The legal position, the operational implications, and the wider organisational impact have all been looked at in detail, as well as the views of current Coastguard Rescue Officers (CRO). They were clear that serving their community was a major reason why they volunteer. Protecting volunteering preserves a valuable form of public service. The revised model protects choice, flexibility and the ability for people to serve alongside their primary employment.
As a result, the decision was made to move to a new model with expenses but no hourly remuneration. This will be implemented in September 2026.
Recruitment into membership of the CRS continues as it has previously. Alongside the Coastguard Rescue Service, HM Coastguard will continue to draw upon the full UK Search and Rescue system, including HM Coastguard aviation assets, RNLI and independent lifeboats, independent rescue teams, lifeguards and other emergency services as they do today.
To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what recent assessment has been made of the sustainability of HM Coastguard relying on approximately 3,000 volunteers receiving expenses only as a result of the removal of hourly remuneration and intention to implement a revised volunteer model by the Maritime and Coastguard...
To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what recent assessment has been made of the sustainability of HM Coastguard relying on approximately 3,000 volunteers receiving expenses only as a result of the removal of hourly remuneration and intention to implement a revised volunteer model by the Maritime and Coastguard...
A Court of Appeal ruling found that the current remuneration model could not legally continue.
Public safety remains our priority, and careful consideration was given to the options for a revised operating model. The legal position, the operational implications, and the wider organisational impact have all been looked at in detail, as well as the views of current Coastguard Rescue Officers (CRO). They were clear that serving their community was a major reason why they volunteer. Protecting volunteering preserves a valuable form of public service. The revised model protects choice, flexibility and the ability for people to serve alongside their primary employment.
As a result, the decision was made to move to a new model with expenses but no hourly remuneration. This will be implemented in September 2026.
Recruitment into membership of the CRS continues as it has previously. Alongside the Coastguard Rescue Service, HM Coastguard will continue to draw upon the full UK Search and Rescue system, including HM Coastguard aviation assets, RNLI and independent lifeboats, independent rescue teams, lifeguards and other emergency services as they do today.
To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what consideration she has given to alternative models that would allow some form of payment to Coastguard Rescue Officers while remaining compliant with employment law following the removal of hourly remuneration and intention to implement a revised volunteer model by the Maritime...
To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what consideration she has given to alternative models that would allow some form of payment to Coastguard Rescue Officers while remaining compliant with employment law following the removal of hourly remuneration and intention to implement a revised volunteer model by the Maritime...
A Court of Appeal ruling found that the current remuneration model could not legally continue.
Public safety remains our priority, and careful consideration was given to the options for a revised operating model. The legal position, the operational implications, and the wider organisational impact have all been looked at in detail, as well as the views of current Coastguard Rescue Officers (CRO). They were clear that serving their community was a major reason why they volunteer. Protecting volunteering preserves a valuable form of public service. The revised model protects choice, flexibility and the ability for people to serve alongside their primary employment.
As a result, the decision was made to move to a new model with expenses but no hourly remuneration. This will be implemented in September 2026.
Recruitment into membership of the CRS continues as it has previously. Alongside the Coastguard Rescue Service, HM Coastguard will continue to draw upon the full UK Search and Rescue system, including HM Coastguard aviation assets, RNLI and independent lifeboats, independent rescue teams, lifeguards and other emergency services as they do today.
Diolch yn fawr iawn, Lefarydd. Coastguards in my constituency were told only last week that they are to lose their remuneration, and they are furious that their specialist skills and dedication are now being undervalued. I heard the Minister say earlier that he was prepared to meet colleagues from across the House. I hope that the offer is extended to all colleagues with coastguard stations, because the risk to recruitment and retention, as well as to the work of other emergency services, such as the police, needs to be clearly understood.
Diolch yn fawr iawn, Lefarydd. Coastguards in my constituency were told only last week that they are to lose their remuneration, and they are furious that their specialist skills and dedication are now being undervalued. I heard the Minister say earlier that he was prepared to meet colleagues from across the House. I hope that the offer is extended to all colleagues with coastguard stations, because the risk to recruitment and retention, as well as to the work of other emergency services, such as the police, needs to be clearly understood.
The right hon. Lady’s question reflects the strength of feeling across the House about the volunteers who man the coastguard, as well as about the need to ensure that the consequences of the judgment are fully understood and volunteers get the support they need. I would be glad to meet her. I should also note that the chief executive of the MCA will be doing a drop-in with Members of Parliament; I will ensure that the details are shared with her.