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Written question asked by Kevin Hollinrake (Conservative) on Thursday, 8 May 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 13 May 2025. It was answered by Alex Norris (Labour) on Friday, 16 May 2025 on behalf of the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.


Local Government: Israel

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what guidance her Department has issued to local authorities on boycotting (a) goods and services associated with and (b) companies that trade with Israel.

Answer

The UK government is committed to promoting our trade and business ties with Israel and strongly opposes boycotts. The Cabinet Office has published guidance to public authorities prohibiting procurement boycotts against Israeli firms and firms which trade with Israel. MHCLG has not issued separate guidance on this matter.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
50850
Session
2024-26
Related items
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Transferred
Yes
Subjects
Local government Procurement Israel
Link
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