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Written question asked by Kevin Hollinrake (Conservative) on Wednesday, 4 March 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 9 March 2026. It was answered by Alison McGovern (Labour) on Wednesday, 11 March 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.


Politicians: Vetting

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, pursuant to the Answer of 20 January 2026 to Question 105388 on Councillors: Vetting, whether she is considering options for criminal record checks for elected representatives other than councillors.

Answer

I refer the hon. Member to the answer given Question UIN 105388 on 20 January 2026 which answered this question in full. This remains our current position.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
117782
Session
2024-26
Related items
Councillors: Vetting
Tuesday, 20 January 2026
Written questions
House of Commons
Subjects
Politicians Vetting
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk