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Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government: Visits Abroad

Asked by David SimmondsConservativeMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled Answered 22 May 2025UIN 52711

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether a business case was prepared for her visit to Ethiopia; and whether she plans to make other foreign visits.

Answered by Alex Norris

All ministerial visits are assessed against the government’s domestic and international priorities in the normal way.

As set out on gov.uk, the Deputy Prime Minister’s role includes acting in support of the government’s international agenda, including through overseas travel.

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