The below Parliamentary question was asked by Liz Saville Roberts on 2016-10-11.
To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, whether she plans to bring forward a green paper on the case for a victims’ law during the current parliamentary session.
Dr Phillip Lee
I refer the honourable member to the answer given to PQ 46465 on 11 October.
The below Parliamentary question was asked by Liz Saville Roberts on 2016-10-11.
To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, whether the Victims’ Commissioner has the authority to investigate complaints about breaches of the Victims’ Code; and whether the Commissioner can make recommendations.
Dr Phillip Lee
The role of the Commissioner for Victims and Witnesses is defined in the Domestic Violence, Crime and Victims Act 2004. It is to promote the interests of victims and witnesses, encourage good practice in their treatment, and regularly review the operation of the Code of Practice for Victims.
The Commissioner can make proposals to the Secretary of State for amending the Code, may report to the Secretary of State in connection with her duties, may provide advice in relation to victims or witnesses as requested, and may make recommendations to authorities which fall within her remit.
The Commissioner has no power to investigate individual cases or make recommendations on specific complaints. In line with the process set out in the Code, a victim is entitled to make a complaint to the service provider. If they remain dissatisfied they can refer their complaint to the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman via their member of Parliament.
We know there is more to do to further increase the rights of victims. We will announce our plans in due course.
The below Parliamentary question was asked by Luciana Berger on 2016-10-11.
To ask the Secretary of State for Health, what estimate he has made of the proportion of the prison population affected by (a) foetal alcohol syndrome and (b) foetal alcohol spectrum disorder.
Nicola Blackwood
This information is not held centrally.
The below Parliamentary question was asked by Gareth Thomas on 2016-10-11.
To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, which agreed EU directives have not yet been transposed directly into UK law; and if she will make a statement.
Sir Oliver Heald
Until exit negotiations are concluded, the UK remains a full member of the European Union and all the rights and obligations of EU membership remain in force. During this period the Government will continue to negotiate, implement and apply EU legislation.
There are currently no EU directives for which the MoJ has responsibility, and which the UK has opted into, which are awaiting transposition into UK law.
The below Parliamentary question was asked by Gareth Thomas on 2016-10-11.
To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, which agreed EU directives have not yet been transposed directly into UK law; and if he will make a statement.
Kris Hopkins
Until exit negotiations are concluded, the UK remains a full member of the European Union and all the rights and obligations of EU membership remain in force. During this period the Government will continue to negotiate, implement and apply EU legislation.
There are no EU directives related to the Department’s responsibilities awaiting transposition into UK law.
The below Parliamentary question was asked by Margaret Ritchie on 2016-10-11.
To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, what steps he plans to take to retain the network of electoral offices in Northern Ireland.
Kris Hopkins
A consultation paper on the future delivery of electoral services in Northern Ireland has now been published. The paper discusses a range of issues relating to the delivery of electoral services in Northern Ireland, including the provision of local services following the introduction of digital registration. I look forward to receiving the views of all those with an interest in this important issue.
The consultation paper is available at https://www.gov.uk/government/publications.
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The below Parliamentary question was asked by Rupa Huq on 2016-10-11.
To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, what the Government’s policy is on the nature of the border controls between the UK and the Republic of Ireland after the UK leaves the EU.
James Brokenshire
The open border between the UK and the Republic of Ireland existed for many years before either country was a member of the European Union and it has served both countries well. There is a strong will – within this Government, among the Northern Ireland parties and in the Irish Government – to preserve the open border. We must now work closely together to ensure that as the UK leaves the EU we find shared solutions to the challenges and maximise the opportunities.
The below Parliamentary question was asked by Rupa Huq on 2016-10-11.
To ask the Secretary of State for Exiting the European Union, whether he plans for any trade agreement between the UK and EU to come into force after the UK leaves the EU to be undertaken alongside negotiations on the UK leaving the EU.
Mr Robin Walker
We are considering in detail the advantages and disadvantages of several different approaches. But we will not undermine the Government’s negotiating position by giving a running commentary on our position before negotiations have even started.
The Prime Minister has spoken of getting a bespoke deal for the country – what we want is the right deal, on both trade for the UK and our relationship with the EU.
The below Parliamentary question was asked by Andrew Gwynne on 2016-10-11.
To ask the Prime Minister, on what occasions she has met and conversed with members of the public in her official capacity since she became Prime Minister on 13 July 2016.
Mrs Theresa May
I meet members of the public all the time.
The below Parliamentary question was asked by Paul Monaghan on 2016-10-11.
To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland, what opportunities are available to households in Scotland with dynamically teleswitched meters to switch between electricity suppliers.
David Mundell
Households in Scotland with dynamically teleswitched meters can switch to a single-rate or an Economy 7 tariff offered by their existing supplier or by a rival supplier. At present, some suppliers may require the dynamically teleswitched meter to be replaced at a cost to the customer and they may suffer a loss of functionality. In its final report in June, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) included in its remedies an order on energy suppliers with more than 50,000 domestic customers to make all their single-rate electricity tariffs available to all existing and new domestic electricity customers with restricted meters, without requiring the meter to be replaced. Suppliers will also need to ensure these customers receive regular information on the options to switch supplier or tariff. The Citizens Advice will become a recognised provider of information and support for customers with restricted meters.