Oral Question·Cabinet Office
“What steps he is taking with Cabinet colleagues to enable local authorities to invest in local businesses. ”
Tabled: 15 January 2026Answered: 22 January 2026
Asked by
Tristan Osborne
Labour — Chatham and Aylesford
Answering Minister
the Minister for the Cabinet Office
Answer from Hansard
The Parliamentary Secretary, Cabinet Office (Chris Ward)
The Government are putting power, opportunity and resources in the hands of local communities and local businesses. Just last week, the House approved measures to reserve around £1 billion of contracts a year for local businesses in the UK. That will make a big difference to businesses in my constituency and that of my hon. Friend. We are consulting on further steps and will bring them forward soon.