Written Question·Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government·UIN 70286

Local Government: New Forest

Tabled: 29 August 2025
Answered: 3 September 2025
Named Day

Question

Sir Julian Lewis

ConservativeNew Forest East

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, with reference to proposed local government reorganisation in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, what protection will be given to the (a) culture and (b) interests of the New Fores

Answer

Jim McMahon
Local government reorganisation will lead to better outcomes for residents, save significant money which can be reinvested in public services, and improve accountability.The government has been clear with councils on the importance of local engagement in ...

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