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Holocaust Memorial and Learning Centre

Written ministerial statementMade by Nesil CaliskanMinister for Devolution, Faith and CommunitiesMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentHCWS77

In February 2025, the Government published its response to the House of Lords Select Committee on the Holocaust Memorial Bill. In line with an undertaking given to the Select Committee, the Government:

Has submitted representations via the Planning Casework Unit that security should remain a key issue.Has consulted on security with the Metropolitan Police Service, the National Protective Security Authority, the Community Security Trust, Westminster City Council, and the Corporate Officers of the House of Commons and Lords.Is depositing consultees’ comments in the Libraries of both Houses, except where security-sensitive.The Government is grateful for comments received from consultees and looks forward to continuing close engagement as the programme proceeds.

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