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Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government: Minister for the Union

Asked by Graham LeadbitterScottish National PartyMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled Answered 29 January 2026UIN 108485

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, pursuant to the Answer of 4 December 2025 on Question 95787 on the Prime Minister, what is the estimated total departmental spend by his department to supporting the Minister for the Union in their role since the office was established.

Answered by Miatta Fahnbulleh

The title of Minister for the Union has been held by the Prime Minister since its creation in 2019. Responsibility for Union policy has sat across departments (including MHCLG) and currently sits within the Cabinet Office. The Department does not currently provide any direct financial support to the Minister for the Union.

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