Question to the Department for Transport:

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what estimation she has made of the percentage of traffic on the M25 that is related to Heathrow Airport.

Answered by Simon Lightwood - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Department for Transport)

The Department does not have robust observed estimates for the proportion of traffic on the M25 that is related to Heathrow Airport, as it is difficult to disaggregate this from available data. For example, passenger data does not translate to an estimate of the number of vehicles to/from the airport as some passengers will travel in the same vehicle and does not include vehicles travelling to the airport without passengers, for example freight.  The proportion of traffic on the M25 travelling to or from Heathrow will vary along the route, with the highest proportion closest to Heathrow.

Question to the Department for Education:

To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what guidance her Department provides to schools on supporting siblings of children with life-threatening or terminal illness; and whether this includes consideration of partnership working with community-based social palliative care services.

Answered by Olivia Bailey - Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State (Department for Education) (Equalities)

The department recognises the significant impact that serious or life‑threatening illness can have on children and their families, including siblings. Schools play an important role in supporting pupils through these difficult moments in life through the pastoral care they provide. While the department does not issue specific guidance on supporting siblings of children with life‑threatening or terminal illness, a range of departmental guidance on issues like safeguarding, disabilities, mental health, and wellbeing set expectations that schools should identify and support pupils facing additional challenges, including those arising from family circumstances. Schools are also encouraged to work with relevant local services where appropriate, including health and social care partners, to ensure pupils and families can access the support they need.

Question to the Department for Education:

To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what assessment her Department has made of the impact of a life-threatening or terminal illness on children’s school attendance, attainment and wellbeing, whether they are the affected child or their sibling.

Answered by Georgia Gould - Minister of State (Education)

The department recognises that a life‑threatening or terminal illness can have a significant impact on children’s attendance, attainment and wellbeing, both for those directly affected and for their siblings.

The department does not hold specific data on the impact of such illnesses on pupils’ attendance, attainment or wellbeing. However, we are clear that children whose education is affected by health needs or family circumstances should receive appropriate support to remain engaged in learning.

The statutory guidance ‘Arranging education for children who cannot attend school because of health needs’ is clear that local authorities must arrange suitable education for children of compulsory school age who cannot attend school due to ill health. Schools are also expected to provide pastoral support, make reasonable adjustments, and support pupils’ mental health and wellbeing. This includes a holistic approach to supporting pupils affected by the serious illness of a family member, including siblings. The full guidance is available at: https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/657995f0254aaa000d050bff/Arranging_education_for_children_who_cannot_attend_school_because_of_health_needs.pdf.

Question to the Department for Transport:

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, if she will ensure that a third runway at Heathrow does not adversely impact (a) passenger numbers and (b) air traffic movements at regional airports to remain within carbon budgets.

Answered by Keir Mather - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Department for Transport)

We are currently reviewing the Airports National Policy Statement (ANPS) and plan to consult on a revised ANPS in summer 2026. The Department plans to publish updated aviation passenger, air transport movement and carbon forecasts alongside the consultation. The ANPS review is also considering how any proposed scheme must meet four clear tests, including that it aligns with our legal obligations on climate change.

Question to the Department for Transport:

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, if she will bring forward a votable motion in the House of Commons ahead of the designation of a revised Airports National Policy Statement.

Answered by Keir Mather - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Department for Transport)

As set out in the Government’s October 2025 announcement, we are working to consult on the outcome of the Airports National Policy Statement (ANPS) review by the summer.

Once the consultation is launched, we will write to the Liaison committee to commence the Parliamentary scrutiny process.

In line with the process for reviewing a National Policy Statement in the Planning Act 2008, the revised ANPS will be laid in Parliament following the consultation and parliamentary scrutiny process. Once the ANPS is laid in Parliament, there is a 21 sitting day consideration period, during which the House of Commons can resolve that a vote can be called on whether to approve the ANPS.

Question to the Department for Transport:

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether she plans to guarantee the number of additional domestic connections that must be provided if the third runway at Heathrow is built.

Answered by Keir Mather - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Department for Transport)

As part of the ongoing review of the Airports National Policy Statement (ANPS) we are considering whether any changes are required to the existing position on domestic connectivity. We plan to consult on any changes to the ANPS by the summer.

Question to the Department for Transport:

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, with reference to the Statement of Approach on the review of the Airports National Policy Statement, published on 25 November 2025, when she plans to hold roundtable events with key stakeholders, including community and environmental groups.

Answered by Keir Mather - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Department for Transport)

We are engaging with a range of external stakeholders as part of the Airports National Policy Statement (ANPS) review process, as per the published Statement of Approach on the review of the ANPS. As part of this the Department has held a series of roundtable events including with key stakeholder groups representing environmental groups and communities. We are working to consult on the outcome of the ANPS review by the summer. Once the consultation is launched this will provide the opportunity for stakeholders to submit views on the detail of the policy proposals and we will continue to engage as part of this.

Question to the Department for Transport:

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, when the public consultation on the revised Airports National Policy Statement will start; and how long it will last.

Answered by Keir Mather - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Department for Transport)

As set out in the Government’s October 2025 announcement, we are working to consult on the outcome of the Airports National Policy Statement (ANPS) review by the summer.

Once the consultation is launched, we will write to the Liaison committee to commence the Parliamentary scrutiny process.

In line with the process for reviewing a National Policy Statement in the Planning Act 2008, the revised ANPS will be laid in Parliament following the consultation and parliamentary scrutiny process. Once the ANPS is laid in Parliament, there is a 21 sitting day consideration period, during which the House of Commons can resolve that a vote can be called on whether to approve the ANPS.

Question to the Department for Transport:

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, when she will set out the process and timeline for parliamentary consideration of the revised Airports National Policy Statement.

Answered by Keir Mather - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Department for Transport)

As set out in the Government’s October 2025 announcement, we are working to consult on the outcome of the Airports National Policy Statement (ANPS) review by the summer.

Once the consultation is launched, we will write to the Liaison committee to commence the Parliamentary scrutiny process.

In line with the process for reviewing a National Policy Statement in the Planning Act 2008, the revised ANPS will be laid in Parliament following the consultation and parliamentary scrutiny process. Once the ANPS is laid in Parliament, there is a 21 sitting day consideration period, during which the House of Commons can resolve that a vote can be called on whether to approve the ANPS.

Question to the Department for Transport:

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what proportion of passengers at Heathrow Airport in (i) 2030, (ii) 2035 and (iii) 2040 will be international-to-international transfers in scenarios (a) without and (b) with a third runway; and what assessment she has made of the potential impact of those passengers on the economy.

Answered by Keir Mather - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Department for Transport)

We are currently reviewing the Airports National Policy Statement (ANPS) and plan to consult on a revised ANPS in summer 2026. The Department plans to publish updated aviation passenger forecasts alongside the consultation. In reviewing the ANPS the Department is considering the potential impact of expansion at Heathrow airport on the economy.

Question

To ask the Minister for Women and Equalities, by what date she will publish the Equality and Human Rights Commission’s draft code of practice and guidance.

Answered by Seema Malhotra - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office)

I refer you to the Minister for Women and Equalities Written Ministerial Statement issued on 21 May.

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