Question to the Department for Work and Pensions:

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, whether he plans to enter into alternative dispute resolution with WASPI Ltd.

Answered by Torsten Bell - Parliamentary Secretary (HM Treasury)

We have no plans to do so.

Question to the Department for Work and Pensions:

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what plans he has to meet with representatives of the WASPI campaign.

Answered by Torsten Bell - Parliamentary Secretary (HM Treasury)

There are no plans to meet with any campaign groups.

25th anniversary of Y Sort It

Found: the Chair Maureen Burke Harriet Cross Stephen Flynn Lillian Jones Mr Angus MacDonald Douglas McAllister

Found: present: Patricia Ferguson (Chair); Maureen Burke, Harriet Cross; Dave Doogan; Lillian Jones; Douglas McAllister

Found: Q39 Douglas McAllister: Does that place you under significant pressure?

In Scotland, as in other parts of the UK, concerns have been raised about how high streets and town centres are changing. Scotland’s high streets face multiple challenges, and many have been described as being in ‘decline’. However, possible new models for resilient and thriving high streets are emerging, while there continues to be interest in community-led regeneration. This inquiry will engage with local communities and other stakeholders to explore what a positive vision for the future of Scottish high streets and town centres might look like, and to examine what role government might play in making this vision a reality.

Submit Evidence (by 12 Dec 2025)

Transport infrastructure plays an important role among island communities, supporting local economies and ensuring access to essential services. In Scotland, geographic barriers and limited transport options can restrict mobility and contribute to depopulation. This inquiry will examine the strategic case for permanent transport links—such as tunnels and bridges—between Scotland’s islands and assess whether there is a role for the UK Government in supporting such projects.

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Reliable digital infrastructure is essential for enabling economic growth, public service delivery and social inclusion—especially in Scotland’s rural and island communities. These areas often face unique challenges due to geographic isolation and low population density, which can make the rollout of broadband and mobile networks more complex and costly. This inquiry will explore how digital connectivity can be improved across Scotland, and whether current UK and Scottish Government initiatives are delivering for the communities that need them most.