Written Question·Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government·UIN 116665

Local Government: Reorganisation

Tabled: 27 February 2026
Answered: 9 March 2026

Question

John Milne

Liberal DemocratHorsham

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what steps he is taking to ensure that Local Government Reorganisation take account of the needs of rural businesses.

Answer

Alison McGovern
Strong local government will help grow the economy and drive up living standards – the government’s number one mission.We understand communities, including rural businesses, should be able to have their say on the future of their local public services so ...

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