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Local Government: Standards

Asked by Alison BennettLiberal DemocratMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled Answered 5 February 2026UIN 110238

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To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what steps his Department is taking to implement the legislative changes proposed in the 'Strengthening the standards and conduct framework for local authorities in England' consultation.

Answered by Alison McGovern

The government published its response to the consultation “Strengthening the standards and conduct framework for local authorities in England” in November 2025.

We intend to legislate on local government standards reforms when parliamentary time allows.

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