Written Question·Ministry of Justice·UIN 101775
1 Carlton Gardens: Council Tax
Tabled: 2 January 2026
Answered: 21 January 2026
Question
Kevin Hollinrake
Conservative — Thirsk and Malton
To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, whether council tax at 1 Carlton Gardens is paid by the Government.
Answer
Jake RichardsThe Deputy Prime Minister’s residence at Carlton Gardens is his primary residence.Council tax for 1 Carlton Gardens is paid for personally by its occupant, in line with long-standing government policy.