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House of Commons · Ministers' Questions

Plan for Change

Thursday 23 January 2025 · 2 questions

Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.

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At a glance

Answered 0 Partly answered 2 Not answered 0

Key points

  • The Government has published reforms focusing on reducing NHS waiting lists and promoting AI investment.
  • Assaulting a shopworker will become a separate criminal offence.
  • Additional police officers and PCSOs are planned to restore community policing.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Warinder Juss Lab Wolverhampton West
NHS Education Energy
Context

The Government has launched its 'plan for change', outlining various reforms and initiatives.

Question

What steps is the Minister taking with Cabinet colleagues to implement the Government's plan for change? My constituents in Wolverhampton West will benefit from clear, measurable metrics against which they can hold the Government accountable. This includes shorter hospital waiting lists, better living standards, safer streets, more housing and a better start for our children in school.

Answer from The Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster (Pat McFadden)

Since launching the plan for change, we have published reforms focusing on reducing NHS waiting lists and promoting AI investment. The aim is to increase living standards, cut NHS waiting times, boost energy security, give children a better start in life, make streets safer, and build houses needed for future needs. Today, measures were announced to stop judicial reviews from delaying major national projects.

Partly answered

Not addressed: Did not specify steps being taken with Cabinet colleagues or provide clear metrics for accountability

How: Focus On Outcomes Rather Than Processes

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Q2 Michelle Welsh Lab Sherwood Forest
Policing & Resources Crime & Law Enforcement Economy
Context

There has been a rise in shoplifting and antisocial behavior, affecting the well-being of local communities.

Question

Can the Minister confirm that the measures announced in the plan for change will deliver safer streets and be a boost to local economies? This includes tackling issues such as shoplifting and assaults on shopworkers.

Answer from The Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster (Pat McFadden)

Assaulting a shopworker will become a separate criminal offence. Additional police officers and PCSOs are planned to restore community policing and ensure safer town centres where people can go about their business without fear.

Partly answered

Not addressed: Did not provide details on measures specifically for local economies or how these will be monitored

How: Focus On Outcomes Rather Than Processes

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