Storm Arwen

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Does the Secretary of State believe there is enough support for vulnerable individuals during power outages? Can he estimate how long it will take to restore power to those still without electricity, and what plans are in place if further assistance from the Army or other resources becomes necessary?

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Regarding post-2015 storm recommendations, how satisfied is the Secretary of State that district network operators are adequately sharing resources and personnel? What assessment does he have on the vulnerability of overhead power lines?

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I thank the Secretary of State for his statement. Let me first join him in sending my condolences to the victims who have tragically died during Storm Arwen and to their families. I express my sympathy to all those who have lost power and are suffering during this crisis... (full question provided above)

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May I echo the words of my right hon. Friend in thanking all those in our emergency services and the local authority workers who went out over the weekend... (full question provided above)

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I thank the Minister for advance sight of his statement. This storm was of incredible strength when it hit us on Friday night, with the north-eastern parts of Scotland and England being especially in the full face of the gale... (full question provided above)

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In my constituency and further afield, areas such as Alston, Garrigill, Nenthead, Kirkby Stephen, Matterdale and North Stainmore have been hard-hit by the power crisis... (full question provided above)

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Expresses condolences for those affected by Storm Arwen, highlights the ongoing power outages in Cumbria, expresses gratitude towards Electricity North West engineers, and requests that the Army be tasked to support repairs, provide emergency accommodation, and supply generators.

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Thanks the Minister for addressing Storm Arwen's impact, highlights the local community’s efforts in Basildon, mentions a rural surgery losing £10,000 worth of vaccines due to power loss, and requests that isolated communities be reconnected before Christmas.

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Acknowledges the Minister's statement, highlights ongoing power outages in several areas of her constituency, requests direct lines for MPs to obtain detailed information from DNOs.

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Thanks the Minister for meeting yesterday, highlights ongoing power outages in High Peak, praises the local resilience forum's effort, requests all necessary resources from the Government.

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Acknowledges efforts by emergency workers, requests details on the steps taken during red weather warning, highlights inadequate planning and foresight.

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Highlights ongoing power outages in his constituency, requests Government support based on local resilience forum advice, stresses the need for improved communication channels.

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This storm was catastrophic, impacting properties across the constituency with destruction and isolation issues. Requests support for constituents without financial means to recover and asks for measures to prevent future communication failures during disasters.

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Asks about the UK Government's discussions with ScottishPower Energy Networks and the Scottish Government regarding storm response and support for constituents still without power.

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Constituents face a week without power and heating. Requests immediate support for vulnerable residents.

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Thanks Northern Powergrid, engineers and local authority workers for their efforts in repairing damage. Requests the deployment of emergency generators to affected communities.

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Compliments the efforts made and asks for a review on improving the resilience of communication infrastructure along with power infrastructure.

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Thanks for commitments and recognises efforts of power companies and communities. Inquires about conversations with Scottish Government and local resilience programmes on helping the most vulnerable.

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Residents and businesses in Pontypridd were devastated by Storm Dennis in 2020 due to flooding. Many are unable to get insurance, face high premiums, or have not been pointed towards Flood Re. The MP asks the Minister to work with colleagues to review Flood Re and ensure everyone can access affordable insurance.

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Storm Arwen highlights the need for infrastructure resilience against climate change. The MP questions the cost-effectiveness of undergrounding electricity lines and asks if technical standards can be raised to increase resilience.

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With increasing extreme weather events due to climate breakdown, the MP asks what steps BEIS will take with DEFRA to improve community resilience.

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Expressing sympathy for a victim of Storm Arwen, the MP asks what support is available for businesses reliant on internet services disrupted by storm damage. He suggests an urgent funding scheme to allow short-term contract mobile hotspotting.