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Written question asked by Ben Maguire (Liberal Democrat) on Wednesday, 4 February 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 9 February 2026. It was answered by Kate Dearden (Labour) on Thursday, 12 February 2026 on behalf of the Department for Business and Trade.


Cleaning Services: Economic Situation

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what assessment his Department has made of the potential contribution of the commercial laundry industry to the economy.

Answer

The Government recognises that commercial laundries provide an essential service that supports the daily operations of the UK’s hospitality and tourism industries.

The Department for Business and Trade has not made a formal assessment, nor does it have any current plans to, on the contribution of the commercial laundry industry to the economy.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
111050
Session
2024-26
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Economic situation Cleaning services
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk