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Local Government: Visits Abroad

Asked by Mr Louie FrenchConservativeMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled Answered 26 November 2025UIN 92040

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether he has had recent discussions with (a) local authority leaders, (b) metro-mayors and (c) the Mayor of London on the value for money of foreign visits.

Answered by Alison McGovern

Local authorities are responsible for their own financial management, and we do not monitor their day-to-day business. We expect all local authorities to take prudent decisions and ensure they manage their finances effectively, in line with “Best Value” guidance, under the Local Government Act 1999.

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