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Asked by Calum MillerLiberal DemocratMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled Answered 3 September 2025UIN 70277

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what discussions she has had with her US counterpart on the security of the proposed embassy.

Answered by Matthew Pennycook

The government regularly engages with representatives of foreign governments, including the United States government, to discuss a broad range of issues. The details of these discussions are not made public.

In dealing with any planning application, Ministers act in accordance with published propriety guidance on planning casework decisions. More information can be found on gov.uk here.

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