Written Question·Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government·UIN 905839
Local Government: Essex
Tabled: 16 September 2025
Answered: 13 October 2025
Named DayQuestion
Sir John Whittingdale
Conservative — Maldon
To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what steps his Department is taking to reorganise local government in Essex.
Answer
Alison McGovernLocal Government Reorganisation creates a huge opportunity for efficiency and improve public services.Final proposals from councils in Essex were submitted by 26 September. We anticipate launching a statutory consultation in November.