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Prime Minister: WhatsApp

Asked by John GlenConservativeCabinet OfficeTabled Answered 31 July 2024UIN 1216

The question

To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, whether the Prime Minister plans to use Whatsapp for government business.

Answered by Georgia Gould

Use of Non-Corporate Communication Channels by Ministers and officials, such as WhatsApp, is permitted. All use of these communication channels should follow the guidance on Non-Corporate Communication Channels (NCCCs) which can be found on GOV.UK: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/non-corporate-communication-channels-for-government-business

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