National Campaign Responses

November's Autumn Statement penned a robust path forward out of the challenging economic situation we now find ourselves in.

As you will be aware, the UK has some of the highest animal welfare standards in the world and it is, of course, right that we continue to raise the bar.

I am sorry that I was not able to attend the International Ministerial for freedom of religion or belief in July this year.

Our waters are a precious natural resource, and they must be managed carefully. As you correctly point out, our coastal communities and the biodiversity of the ocean depend on good and sustainable management of our fisheries.

Claims that the Government is rowing back on commitments to our farming reforms or nature are wholly untrue. Since the Conservatives took office in 2010, we have presided over the most environmentally progressive government in British history.

Ministers recognise that many people are opposed to the prohibitions placed on the four types of dog under the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991.

The United Kingdom has a proud history of supporting those in need of protection; our resettlement programmes have provided safe and legal routes to better futures for hundreds of thousands of people from across the globe.

I am aware of reports in the media about the potential closure of some railway station ticket offices.

The UK has set a legally binding target to reach net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 and aviation must play its part. The Government's ambition is that UK domestic aviation will be net zero by 2040.

I understand that proposals for Shell's Jackdaw development have been approved by the Offshore Petroleum Regulator for Environment and Decommissioning (OPRED).

It is my understanding that CWU members, including call centre workers and engineers have been taking part in strike action due to a dispute over pay.

As a Member of the Government I am unable to sign EDMs but I know that the Government is clear that the production of foie gras from ducks or geese using force feeding raises serious welfare concerns.