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Allan, Tim

Asked by Kevin HollinrakeConservativeCabinet OfficeTabled Answered 23 December 2025UIN 97797

The question

To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, Pursuant to the answer of 2 December 2025, to Question 92612, whether Tim Allan is required to recuse himself from government policy or communications on matters relating to the clients of Strand Partners.

Answered by Anna Turley

Before joining the government, Mr Allan sought and received advice on his interests. He has followed every element of the advice received.

As a result of that advice, he resigned his directorship with Strand and ceased any involvement in its governance or operations. Mr Allan has recused himself from engagement with Strand Partners in relation to the firm’s business, and from involvement in any procurement relating to Strand Partners during his period of employment.

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