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To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what plans he has to ensure reliable and affordable supplies of Helium for MRI scanners in the NHS estate.
To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what plans he has to ensure reliable and affordable supplies of Helium for MRI scanners in the NHS estate.
The Department is closely monitoring the impacts of the Middle East conflict on the medical supply chain, including on the supply of helium. We have engaged with industry and received assurance on the stability of continued helium supply through contingency planning and sourcing through multiple global routes. We will continue to monitor the supply of helium and other medical products to mitigate any potential impacts on patient care.
To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what plans she has to ensure reliable and affordable supplies of Helium in the use of research funded by her department.
To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what plans she has to ensure reliable and affordable supplies of Helium in the use of research funded by her department.
The Government recognises the importance of reliable and affordable helium supplies for UK research. We are strengthening resilience across critical supply chains including through diversifying supply sources and supporting domestic capability, where appropriate.
UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) work closely with the research community and infrastructure providers to monitor emerging risks and is already starting to explore options for continued access to essential materials. Decisions on procurement and use of resources are taken locally by institutions, supported by UKRI funding, while Government continues to engage internationally and with partners to promote stable and sustainable global supply chains for critical research inputs.
In the specific context of Helium for a closed-loop cryoplant (the majority of the large scale cryoplants in use) only a very small fraction of Helium is lost; most of it is actually recycled. Top-up to the systems is therefore minimal.
To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what consideration he has given to securing reliable supplies of Helium for use in advanced manufacturing, aerospace and defence in the United Kingdom and Northern Ireland.
To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what consideration he has given to securing reliable supplies of Helium for use in advanced manufacturing, aerospace and defence in the United Kingdom and Northern Ireland.
A secure supply of critical minerals, like helium, is vital for the UK’s economic growth and security, industrial strategy, and clean energy transition
Through the 2025 UK Critical Minerals Strategy we are building will build strong partnerships with key markets to diversify production and processing and strengthen our supply chains, alongside working with key existing producers.
At present, in response to the Middle East situation, the Government is assessing supply chain risks and mitigations across a range of key supply chain inputs and the sectors in which they are used. This is an ongoing process and will remain in place if it is needed.
We encourage any business experiencing disruption to visit business.gov.uk to access support and guidance.
To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, whether he is taking steps to increase reserves of helium within the NHS.
To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, whether he is taking steps to increase reserves of helium within the NHS.
The Department is closely monitoring the impacts of the Middle East conflict on the medical supply chain, including on the supply of helium. We have engaged with industry and received assurance on the stability of continued helium supply through contingency planning and sourcing through multiple global routes. We will continue to monitor the supply of helium and other medical products to mitigate any potential impacts on patient care.
To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, whether he is taking steps to increase helium reserves for (a) scientific research, (b) national security, (c) critical infrastructure and (d) other priority uses.
To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, whether he is taking steps to increase helium reserves for (a) scientific research, (b) national security, (c) critical infrastructure and (d) other priority uses.
Helium is vital for the UK’s economic growth and security, industrial strategy, and clean energy transition. DBT is working across Government mapping supply chains and assessing risks, mitigations, and potential interventions, conducting detailed analysis including on emerging risks.
Through the 2025 UK Critical Minerals Strategy we will build strong partnerships with key markets to diversify production and processing and strengthen our supply chains, alongside working with key existing producers.
At present, in response to the Middle East situation, the Government’s approach is to work collaboratively with industry, the healthcare sector and international partners to improve supply resilience, encourage efficient use, and support the development of alternative technologies and recovery systems, rather than to introduce blanket restrictions.
We encourage any business experiencing disruption to visit business.gov.uk to access support and guidance.
To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, whether he has made an assessment of the potential merits of introducing temporary restrictions on the (a) public sale and (b) commercial use of helium.
To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, whether he has made an assessment of the potential merits of introducing temporary restrictions on the (a) public sale and (b) commercial use of helium.
Helium is vital for the UK’s economic growth and security, industrial strategy, and clean energy transition. DBT is working across Government mapping supply chains and assessing risks, mitigations, and potential interventions, conducting detailed analysis including on emerging risks.
Through the 2025 UK Critical Minerals Strategy we will build strong partnerships with key markets to diversify production and processing and strengthen our supply chains, alongside working with key existing producers.
At present, in response to the Middle East situation, the Government’s approach is to work collaboratively with industry, the healthcare sector and international partners to improve supply resilience, encourage efficient use, and support the development of alternative technologies and recovery systems, rather than to introduce blanket restrictions.
We encourage any business experiencing disruption to visit business.gov.uk to access support and guidance.
Lords motion to consider. Agreed to on question.
Lords motion to consider. Agreed to on question.
My Lords, these regulations amend the Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019. This instrument was laid on 23 April under powers in the Sanctions and Anti-Money Laundering Act 2018. The measures in this instrument, subject to the “made affirmative” parliamentary procedure, entered into force on 24 April.
Sanctions are a powerful...
My Lords, these regulations amend the Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019. This instrument was laid on 23 April under powers in the Sanctions and Anti-Money Laundering Act 2018. The measures in this instrument, subject to the “made affirmative” parliamentary procedure, entered into force on 24 April.
Sanctions are a powerful...
My Lords, I thank the Minister for outlining in clear turns what the Government are doing. We support these measures. The Government are rightly continuously moving to ensure that any previous omissions are corrected, as these instruments do, that new and emerging technologies are covered, as these instruments do, and...
My Lords, I thank the Minister for outlining in clear turns what the Government are doing. We support these measures. The Government are rightly continuously moving to ensure that any previous omissions are corrected, as these instruments do, that new and emerging technologies are covered, as these instruments do, and...
My Lords, it will come as no surprise to the Minister to know that we on these Benches continue to support strong, targeted sanctions in response to Russia’s illegal and brutal invasion of Ukraine. Since 2022, the UK, alongside our allies, has imposed an unprecedented range of sanctions to weaken...
My Lords, it will come as no surprise to the Minister to know that we on these Benches continue to support strong, targeted sanctions in response to Russia’s illegal and brutal invasion of Ukraine. Since 2022, the UK, alongside our allies, has imposed an unprecedented range of sanctions to weaken...
My Lords, I thank both noble Lords for their contributions and broad support for these measures. The measures introduced by this instrument show how the UK continues to use its powers to apply further pressure on Putin, to help secure an enduring peace and to show that we remain fully...
My Lords, I thank both noble Lords for their contributions and broad support for these measures. The measures introduced by this instrument show how the UK continues to use its powers to apply further pressure on Putin, to help secure an enduring peace and to show that we remain fully...
To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, how many deaths were associated with helium and nitrogen in England and Wales in (a) 2021, (b) 2022 and (c) 2023.
To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, how many deaths were associated with helium and nitrogen in England and Wales in (a) 2021, (b) 2022 and (c) 2023.
The information requested falls under the remit of the UK Statistics Authority.
A response to the Hon gentleman’s Parliamentary Questions of 13th January is attached.
To ask His Majesty's Government what steps they are taking to ensure minimal usage of helium in MRI scanners in NHS facilities in the light of the global shortage of helium; and what steps they are taking to ensure all helium in scanners being replaced is reused appropriately.
To ask His Majesty's Government what steps they are taking to ensure minimal usage of helium in MRI scanners in NHS facilities in the light of the global shortage of helium; and what steps they are taking to ensure all helium in scanners being replaced is reused appropriately.
Suppliers of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanners are moving to a sealed helium solution, whereby the helium required to cool the magnet is approximately 0.5% of the current levels. These sealed systems will also ensure MRI scanners do not require further helium to be added during years of operational use.
Furthermore, suppliers are now replacing MRI scanners without requiring the magnet to be replaced, though this is only available for the first replacement cycle, whereby the scanner is fully replaced, but the existing magnet and helium are retained.
With regards to the Department, as set out in the recent Medical Technology Strategy: One Year On publication, the Design for Life Programme has been stood up to work with industry, the health and care sector, and academic partners to develop medical technology systems that support reuse, remanufacture, and material recovery becoming the default. This includes developing regulatory, commercial, digital, and policy environments that support this aim. The Department’s intention is to publish a roadmap later this year to articulate our relevant findings and plans moving forward.
To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what assessment his Department has made of the potential effect on (a) magnetic resonance imaging and (b) other medical services of changes in the (i) availability and (ii) cost of the price of helium.
To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what assessment his Department has made of the potential effect on (a) magnetic resonance imaging and (b) other medical services of changes in the (i) availability and (ii) cost of the price of helium.
The Department does not expect the changes in the helium market to have any impact on the availability, operation and maintenance of magnetic resonance imaging equipment or other medical services in 2019.
To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, whether he plans to take steps to support geological research into new sources of helium in the UK; and if he will make a statement.
To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, whether he plans to take steps to support geological research into new sources of helium in the UK; and if he will make a statement.
The Natural Environment Research Council (NERC), which is now part of UKRI, continues to welcome high quality applications for support into any aspect of geological research and these are judged in open competition with other demands on funding, with awards being made according to their scientific quality and importance.
To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what recent assessment he has made of the effect of the availability of helium gas on suicide rates.
To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what recent assessment he has made of the effect of the availability of helium gas on suicide rates.
The Department has been working with stakeholders over a number of years, including the British Compressed Gases Association, to assess the availability of helium and suicide risk and is considering options for addressing this risk. The Office for National Statistics collects and monitors deaths relating to gases, including helium. The number of deaths in England relating to helium, including self-inflicted deaths, increased between 2007 and 2016 from three in 2007 to 57 in 2016. The mortality rate relating to helium (per one million population) increased from 0.2 in 2008 to 1.0 in 2016. Mortality rates are not calculated in an individual year where the number of deaths is below 10.
To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, whether he has held discussions with the British Compressed Gases Association on the availability of helium gas used in suicides: and if he will make a statement.
To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, whether he has held discussions with the British Compressed Gases Association on the availability of helium gas used in suicides: and if he will make a statement.
My Rt. hon. Friend the Secretary of State for Health has not met recently with the British Compressed Gases Association about the use of helium gas in suicides. However, Departmental officials have been in contact with the British Compressed Gases Association and other stakeholders about this issue for a number of years.
To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, pursuant to the Answer of 18 December 2017 to Question 118525, for what reasons his Department has not made an assessment of the changes in the cost of the price of liquid helium in the last 10 years.
To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, pursuant to the Answer of 18 December 2017 to Question 118525, for what reasons his Department has not made an assessment of the changes in the cost of the price of liquid helium in the last 10 years.
The price of liquid helium is governed by the normal operation of market forces and we have not considered it necessary to instigate a specific assessment or study of the cost of this product over the last ten years.
To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, what assessment he has made of changes in the cost of the price of liquid helium in the UK in the last 10 years.
To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, what assessment he has made of changes in the cost of the price of liquid helium in the UK in the last 10 years.
The Department has not made an assessment of the changes in the cost of the price of liquid helium in the last 10 years.
To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, pursuant to the Answer of 11 September 2017 to Question 7669, what steps he is taking to ensure continued co-operation with the European Commission to address supply risks to the availability of (a) helium and (b) other materials...
To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, pursuant to the Answer of 11 September 2017 to Question 7669, what steps he is taking to ensure continued co-operation with the European Commission to address supply risks to the availability of (a) helium and (b) other materials...
We recognise the importance of helium and other raw materials to UK supply chains, and support key UK industrial sectors manage their critical resource risks. The UK’s future trade arrangements are currently being developed as part of the UK’s EU Exit negotiations.