Written Question·Treasury·UIN 73353
Fiscal Policy
Tabled: 29 August 2025
Answered: 10 September 2025
Question
Charlie Dewhirst
Conservative — Bridlington and The Wolds
To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, whether the proposed socio-economic duty will apply to fiscal decisions made by her Department.
Answer
James MurrayThe Office for Equality and Opportunity in the Cabinet Office is currently working toward commencement of the duty. This includes drafting statutory guidance which will clarify how the duty can be applied effectively.