Written Question·Department for Culture, Media and Sport·UIN 111290

Department for Culture, Media and Sport: Hotels

Tabled: 5 February 2026
Answered: 24 February 2026

Question

Rupert Lowe

Restore BritainGreat Yarmouth

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, how many nights were spent in hotels by Departmental staff in financial year 2024-25 by the star rating of the hotel.

Answer

Ian Murray
The Department uses a travel management company to book hotel accommodation for staff. The star rating of the hotel is not recorded. The department’s travel and expenses policy ensures value for money by setting clear limits for hotel costs.