Written question asked by James McMurdock (Independent (affiliation)) on Friday, 23 January 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 28 January 2026 (named day). It was answered by Alison McGovern (Labour) on Monday, 2 February 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.
Local Government: Elections
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, with reference to his Department's press release entitled Councils granted flexibility to finish reorganisation, published on 22 January 2026, whether he has received representations from Thurrock councillors on postponing elections to Thurrock Council.
- Answer
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In reaching his decisions, as set out to Parliament on 22 January, the Secretary of State carefully considered all the representations made, including those relating to elections in Thurrock. The Secretary of State did not have meetings with the Leader of Thurrock Council on 2026 local elections, prior to the announcement of 22 January.
Secondary information
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- Written question
- Reference
- 108130
- Session
- 2024-26
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- Yes
- Subjects
- Elections Local government Thurrock Council
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- 2026-02-02 13:27:49 +0000
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