Written Question·Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government·UIN 42246

Urban Areas: Campaigns

Tabled: 28 March 2025
Answered: 7 April 2025

Question

Kevin Hollinrake

Conservative — Thirsk and Malton

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what guidance her Department has issued to local authorities on how campaigners can (a) hold street stalls and (b) give out leaflets in local high streets.

Answer

Rushanara Ali
The government has not issued any guidance to local authorities on issues relating to campaigning. The Electoral Commission is responsible for providing guidance directly to candidates and campaigners.