Written Ministerial Statements
Formal statements made by UK government ministers to Parliament.
3,440 statements
Rail Franchising
I am pleased to inform the House that we have today published the shortlists of companies that will bid for the new West Coast Partnership franchise which will launch the first services on HS2, and the next South Eastern franchise. The House will be aware...
The Government's Legislative Programme 2017-19
Following yesterday’s State Opening of Parliament, and for the convenience of the House, I am listing the Bills which were announced yesterday: Agriculture BillArmed Forces (Flexible Working) BillAutomated and Electric Vehicles BillCivil Liability BillCo...
Government's Legislative Programme (Wales) 2017-19
The Government’s first legislative programme announced in the Queen’s Speech on 21 June contains a wide range of measures that will apply to Wales either in full or in part. The following Bills and draft Bills will extend to Wales in whole or in part: Agr...
Government's Legislative Programme (Scotland) 2017-19
The legislative programme for the First Session was outlined by Her Majesty on Wednesday 21 May. This statement provides a summary of the new Government legislation for 2017/19 and its application to Scotland. It does not include draft bills, Law Commissi...
Government's Legislative Programme (Northern Ireland) 2017-19
The Government’s legislative programme for the First Session was outlined by Her Majesty on Wednesday 21 June. The legislative programme will deliver legislation required in relation to exiting the European Union, in addition to delivering on important do...
Rail Franchising
My Honourable Friend, the Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Transport (Paul Maynard) has made the following Ministerial Statement.I am pleased to inform the House that we have today published the shortlists of companies that will bid for the new ...
Government’s Legislative Programme 2017-19
Following yesterday’s State Opening of Parliament, and for the convenience of the House, I am listing the Bills which were announced yesterday:Agriculture BillArmed Forces (Flexible Working) BillAutomated and Electric Vehicles BillCivil Liability BillCour...
Government's Legislative Programme (Scotland) 2017-19
My Right honourable friend the Secretary of State for Scotland (David Mundell) has made the following Written Ministerial Statement:The legislative programme for the First Session was outlined by Her Majesty on Wednesday 21 May. This statement provides a ...
Government's Legislative Programme (Wales) 2017-19
My Right Hon Friend the Secretary of State for Wales (Alun Cairns) has made the following Written Ministerial Statement:The Government’s first legislative programme announced in the Queen’s Speech on 21 June contains a wide range of measures that will app...
Government's Legislative Programme (Northern Ireland) 2017-19
My Right honourable friend the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland (James Brokenshire) has made the following Written Ministerial Statement:The Government’s legislative programme for the First Session was outlined by Her Majesty on Wednesday 21 June. ...
General Affairs Council April 2017
The Minister of State at the Department for Exiting the European Union (Mr David Jones): I attended the General Affairs Council on 25 April 2017. The meeting was held in Luxembourg and chaired by the Maltese Presidency.The meeting was dedicated to cohesio...
General Affairs Council April 2017
My right honourable friend the Minister of State for Exiting the European Union (Mr David Jones) has made the following Written Ministerial Statement:The Minister of State at the Department for Exiting the European Union (Mr David Jones): I attended the G...
Provision of Equipment to Moderate Armed Opposition Border Force and Medical Units
The situation in Syria remains extremely fragile. An estimated 400,000 people have been killed since the war began six years ago, many of them innocent civilians. The Asad regime continues to use the most barbaric military methods and tactics available, i...
Provision of Equipment to Syria Civil Defence and the Free Syrian Police
The situation in Syria remains extremely fragile. An estimated 400,000 people have been killed since the war began six years ago, many of them innocent civilians. The Asad regime continues to use the most barbaric military methods and tactics available, i...
Immigration
In 2016, the UK granted asylum or another form of leave to over 8,000 children. By the end of 2016, the UK had resettled more than 5,000 people under the Syrian Vulnerable Persons’ Resettlement Scheme and the Vulnerable Children’s Resettlement Scheme, as ...
Finance Bill 2017
I have made a statement under Section 19(1)(a) of the Human Rights Act 1998 that, in my view, the provisions of the Finance Bill are compatible with the Convention rights. A copy of the statement has been placed in the Library of the House.
English Votes for English Laws Analysis for Higher Education and Research Bill
My honourable friend the Minister of State for Universities, Science, Research and Innovation (Jo Johnson MP) has made the following Written Ministerial Statement.I am pleased to announce the publication of the Government’s analysis of English Votes for E...
Provision of Equipment to Moderate Armed Opposition Border Force and Medical Units
My right Honourable Friend, the Secretary for State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs (Boris Johnson), has made the following written Ministerial statement:The situation in Syria remains extremely fragile. An estimated 400,000 people have been killed s...
Provision of Equipment to Syria Civil Defence and the Free Syrian Police
My right Honourable Friend, the Secretary for State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs (Boris Johnson), has made the following written Ministerial statement:The situation in Syria remains extremely fragile. An estimated 400,000 people have been killed s...
Immigration
My hon Friend the Minister of State for Immigration (Robert Goodwill) has today made the following Written Ministerial Statement:In 2016, the UK granted asylum or another form of leave to over 8,000 children. By the end of 2016, the UK had resettled more ...
Dartford - Thurrock Crossing Charging Scheme
The Dartford – Thurrock Crossing Charging Scheme account for 2015-16 is published today under Section 3 (1) (d) of the Trunk Road Charging Schemes (Bridges and Tunnels) (Keeping of Accounts) (England) Regulations 2003. A copy of the accounts will be place...
Archives Unlocked
I am delighted to announce the publication of Archives Unlocked, a new strategic vision for archives across England. It is available online at www.nationalarchives.gov.uk.The National Archives leads 2,500 archives in England, a diverse landscape of nation...
Future of Channel 4
Since late 2015 the government has been working with Channel 4 to look at options to ensure a strong and successful future for the broadcaster.Channel 4 broadcasts a range of great content and delivers significant public value in a variety of ways. The go...
Foreign Affairs Council (3 April)
My Right Honourable Friend the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs will attend the Foreign Affairs Council on 3 April. The Foreign Affairs Council will be chaired by the High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and...
Archives Unlocked
My Rt Hon Friend the Minister of State for Digital and Culture (Matt Hancock) has made the following Statement:I am delighted to announce the publication of Archives Unlocked, a new strategic vision for archives across England. It is available online at w...