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Question· Written questionUIN 33829open

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, (a) how many applications for licenses to burn on deep peat have been received since October 2025, (b) how many have been approved and (c) what target for approvals she has for the com

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 12 October 2026

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, (a) how many applications for licenses to burn on deep peat have been received since October 2025, (b) how many have been approved and (c) what target for approvals she has for the com

Question· Written questionUIN 33850answered

Agriculture: Finance

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 12 October 2026

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what steps she is taking to provide support for farmers who were unable to secure a Sustainable Farming Incentive 2026 Window 2 agreement; and when she plans to announce details of fut

Question· Written questionUIN 33851answered

Agriculture: Finance

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 12 October 2026

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what estimate she has made of the number of farmers who were unable to secure a Sustainable Farming Incentive 2026 Window 2 agreement before the available funding was fully allocated.

Question· Written questionUIN 33883answered

United Utilities: Finance

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 12 October 2026

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what assessment her department has made of the proportion of revenue collected from United Utilities customers that is used to meet (a) interest payments and (b) other financing costs;

Question· Written questionUIN 33886answered

United Utilities: Expenditure

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 12 October 2026

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, whether her department has made an estimate of the amount spent by United Utilities on (a) servicing debt and (b) maintaining and renewing its water and sewerage infrastructure in each

Question· Written questionUIN 33889answered

United Utilities: Finance

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 12 October 2026

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what assessment she has made of the extent to which increases in United Utilities' financing costs are recoverable from customers through regulated water bills.

Question· Written questionUIN 33901open

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what steps her Department is taking to improve transparency and traceability for precision bred crops and foods; and whether she will bring forward proposals for mandatory labelling an

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 12 October 2026

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what steps her Department is taking to improve transparency and traceability for precision bred crops and foods; and whether she will bring forward proposals for mandatory labelling an

Question· Written questionUIN 33947open

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what assessment she has made of the need for legislation to provide the long-term framework required to deliver the Government’s Good Food Cycle.

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 12 October 2026

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what assessment she has made of the need for legislation to provide the long-term framework required to deliver the Government’s Good Food Cycle.

Question· Written questionUIN 33952answered

Food Supply

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 12 October 2026

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what assessment she has made of the contribution of the new £10 million programme for healthy and affordable food to delivering the wider outcomes of the Good Food Cycle.

Question· Written questionUIN 33965answered

Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs: Judicial Review

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 12 October 2026

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what the cost to her Department was of AC-2026-LON-003445, Mark Facer v Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs; how much was paid for the Defendant's costs; and wha

Question· Written questionUIN 34016open

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, pursuant to the answer of 3 September 2026 to Question19869, what progress her Department has made in developing and single point of search for microchipping databases.

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 12 October 2026

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, pursuant to the answer of 3 September 2026 to Question19869, what progress her Department has made in developing and single point of search for microchipping databases.

Motion· Early Day MotionEDM 931open

Orkney Nature Festival Photography Competition

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 12 October 2026

That this House congratulates the winners of the Orkney Nature Festival Photography Competition 2026; recognises the exceptional quality of the photographs celebrating Orkney’s natural environment and wildlife; commends all those who took part in this year’s competition; and celebrates the talent and creativity of photographers across Orkney.

Motion· Early Day MotionEDM 869open

Turnbull High School work with Refuweegee

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 12 October 2026

That this House recognises the work that the Turnbull High School S2 pupils have done to the UNCRC right to work campaign in collaboration with Refuweegee by raising awareness for refugees who are not permitted to work; further recognises the pupils’ initial plan to write letters to welcome the refugees before organising donations for welcome packages with books, toiletries, warm clothing, food and an item of Scottish significance; congratulates the pupils for the amount of material donations collected including £500 in monetary donations; further congratulates the pupils for going above and beyond to make the refugees feel welcome and supported; and also recognises the role that the staff at Turnbull High School in the Mid Dunbartonshire constituency have played in supporting the pupils and fostering an environment that promotes generosity, kindness and compassion.

Motion· Early Day MotionEDM 875open

30 years of Maggie’s in Glasgow

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 12 October 2026

That this House celebrates 30 years of the Maggie’s centre in Glasgow providing free, expert support to people living with cancer, and their families, friends and carers; recognises the vital contribution made by Maggie’s, Glasgow, located in the grounds of Gartnavel General Hospital, in the constituency of Glasgow West; notes that the centre provides a welcoming, non-clinical environment where people affected by cancer can access support without an appointment or referral, including cancer support specialists, psychological support, benefits and practical advice, support groups, relaxation and creative activities; further recognises the important partnership between the centre and the Beatson West of Scotland Cancer Centre in helping people prepare for and cope with cancer treatment; pays tribute to the dedicated staff, volunteers, fundraisers and supporters who have made Maggie’s a valued part of the local community; and congratulates the Maggie’s centre in Glasgow on 30 years of ensuring that people affected by cancer do not have to face it alone.

Motion· Early Day MotionEDM 899open

Nexus Games Torquay

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 12 October 2026

That this House congratulates Nexus Games in Torquay on being named Board Game Café of the Year at the South West England Prestige Awards; recognises the outstanding contribution made by owner Luke Cook and his team in creating a welcoming, inclusive and community-focused space in the heart of Torbay; notes that since its establishment in 2024, Nexus Games has grown into a vibrant local hub; commends its commitment to ensuring that people of all ages, backgrounds and experiences feel valued, respected and able to be their authentic selves in a safe and supportive environment, providing opportunities for social connection and combating isolation; celebrates the role such independent local businesses play in strengthening communities, enriching Torbay’s cultural and social life, and creating vibrant town centres; and further recognises the importance of supporting high street businesses such as Nexus Games, whose success demonstrates the value of community-led enterprises in helping maintain thriving local high streets across the South West and the United Kingdom.

Question· Written questionHL HL3923open

To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the impact of the proposed Hope Moor wind farm location on the environment and landscape; and what discussions they have had with the developer regarding alternative sites.

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 12 October 2026

To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the impact of the proposed Hope Moor wind farm location on the environment and landscape; and what discussions they have had with the developer regarding alternative sites.

Report· Written statementUIN HCWS354published

Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs activity during the conference recess

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 12 October 2026

I wish to update the House on the key announcements and activity undertaken by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs during the conference recess.Fisheries and Seafood SchemeOn 15 September, support under the Fisheries and Seafood Scheme ...

Report· Written statementUIN HLWS363published

Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs activity during the conference recess

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 12 October 2026

My Right Honourable Friend the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Dame Angela Eagle MP) has made the following statement.I wish to update the House on the key announcements and activity undertaken by the Department for Environment...

Question· Written questionUIN 33019answered

Military Aircraft: Software

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 9 October 2026

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the Answer of 15 September 2026 to Question 27631 on Military Aircraft: Software, which current RAF platforms are compatible with the Future Airborne Capability Environment.

Question· Written questionUIN 32761answered

Game: Animal Breeding

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 9 October 2026

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, with reference to her Department's document entitled Animal welfare strategy for England, published on 22 December 2025, what steps her Department is taking to introduce a ban on the u

Question· Written questionUIN 33452answered

Dogs: Animal Breeding

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 9 October 2026

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, with reference to Naturewatch Foundation's press release entitled Shocking new figures suggest just 10.5-14% dog breeding is regulated, published on 21 September 2026, what steps her D

Question· Written questionUIN 33540answered

Water: Recycling

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 9 October 2026

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what assessment her department has made of the potential merits of using greywater harvesting to reduce domestic water consumption.

Question· Written questionUIN 33501answered

Swimming

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 9 October 2026

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what assessment she has made of the potential merits of expanding the definition of a bather in the Bathing Water Regulations 2013 to include all recreational water users, including sw

Question· Written questionUIN 33161answered

Paper: Recycling

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 9 October 2026

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what discussions the Government has had with local authorities on improving the quality and consistency of paper recycling collections.

Question· Written questionUIN 33167answered

Domestic Waste

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 9 October 2026

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what steps her Department is taking with waste disposal authorities in England to help ensure that limits on the free disposal of DIY waste are applied consistently between household w

Question· Written questionUIN 33569answered

Domestic Waste

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 9 October 2026

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, whether her Department has issued guidance to waste disposal authorities in England on how DIY waste that is not presented in 50 litre bags should be measured for the purposes of the f

Question· Written questionUIN 33091answered

Water Charges

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 9 October 2026

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what assessment her Department has made of the potential difference in average household water bills between a water sector comprising shareholder-owned companies and one comprising mu

Question· Written questionUIN 33093answered

Wessex Water: Finance

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 9 October 2026

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, whether her Department has discussed with Ofwat whether its assessment of Wessex Water's financial resilience adequately captures the potential benefits of retaining earnings within th

Question· Written questionUIN 33485answered

Water Companies: Ownership

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 9 October 2026

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, whether her Department has assessed what criteria should be used to determine which ownership model of a water company would deliver the best possible value for customers.

Question· Written questionUIN 33486answered

Wessex Water: Finance

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 9 October 2026

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what assessment her Department has made of the financial performance of Wessex Water.

Question· Written questionUIN 33487answered

Wessex Water: Finance

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 9 October 2026

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what assessment her Department has made of whether the financial resilience of Wessex Water would be strengthened by a mutually owned structure in which profits were retained within th

Question· Written questionUIN 32797answered

Sustainable Farming Incentive

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 9 October 2026

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what estimate her Department made of anticipated demand for Sustainable Farming Incentive 2026 Window 2 before applications opened on 22 September 2026; and whether that estimate took

Question· Written questionUIN 32811answered

Inland Waterways: Licensing

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 9 October 2026

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, how the Department plans to reduce the complexity, cost and time for landowners to obtain the required licences to carry out repairs, tree management and flood mitigations on water cou

Question· Written questionUIN 33094answered

Water Companies

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 9 October 2026

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what assessment her Department has made of the impact of the Water (Special Measures) Act 2025 on the (a) environmental and (b) customer performance of water companies.

Question· Written questionUIN 33211answered

Recycling

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 9 October 2026

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, when the Circular Economy Growth Plan will be published.

Question· Written questionUIN 33396answered

Reservoirs: Cambridgeshire

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 9 October 2026

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, pursuant to the answer of 8 September 2026 to Question 22817 on Reservoirs: Cambridgeshire, what was the level of a) nitrates and b) phosphates found in water sources used to fill Graf

Question· Written questionUIN 32974answered

Hunting: Imports

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 9 October 2026

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, how many import permits were issued for hunting trophies between July 1, 2024 to September 30, 2026, for which species, and for what type of hunting trophy; and if she will set out the

Question· Written questionUIN 33207answered

Sustainable Farming Incentive

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 9 October 2026

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, where the £210 million difference between the value of expiring agreements, estimated at over £520 million, and the £310 million budget for Sustainable Farming Incentive 2026 will be s

Question· Written questionUIN 32804answered

Sustainable Farming Incentive

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 9 October 2026

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what is the breakdown of ha applied for under each SFI26 action.

Question· Written questionUIN 33365answered

Pigs

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 9 October 2026

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what steps her Department has taken to assess the potential merits of introducing an emergency support package for the sector, in the context of a backlog of pigs causing welfare issue

Question· Written questionUIN 33176answered

Animal Welfare: Offensive Weapons

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 9 October 2026

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what steps her Department is taking to protect wildlife from targeted use of catapults.

Question· Written questionUIN 33123answered

Drinking Water: Insecticides

United Kingdom · UK Parliament · 9 October 2026

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, whether her Department has made an assessment of the presence of fipronil and its metabolites in drinking water in the UK stemming from pet parasite treatments; and whether she can con

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