Oral Question·Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government
“If he will make a statement on his departmental responsibilities.”
Tabled: 16 September 2025Answered: 13 October 2025
Asked by
Sir John Whittingdale
Conservative — Maldon
Answering Minister
the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government
Answer from Hansard
Alison McGovern
Local government reorganisation will create opportunities to improve public services, efficiency and clarity. The final proposals from councils in Essex were submitted by 26 September, and we anticipate launching a statutory consultation in November. I am sure we will discuss the right hon. Gentleman’s points in detail over the weeks and months to come.