Written question asked by James Cleverly (Conservative) on Friday, 10 April 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 14 April 2026. It was answered by Alison McGovern (Labour) on Monday, 20 April 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.

Tower Hamlets Council

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, with reference to the London Borough of Tower Hamlets: Ministerial Envoys’ second report, published on 17 March 2026, paragraph 3.3.11, what the evidence basis is in relation to concerns of patronage in relation to (a) recruitment, (b) promotion and (c) performance management under the Mayoral administration.

Answer: Concerns regarding the London Borough of Tower Hamlets’ practices, including matters relating to alleged patronage, have been raised over a number of years by a range of stakeholders. The Ministerial Envoys are undertaking a deep dive project as part of the strengthened intervention package to provide assurance in relation to these long-standing concerns.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 124686
Session: 2024-26
Related items: Tower Hamlets: Grants
Tuesday, 26 May 2026
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House of Commons; Tower Hamlets Council
Wednesday, 10 June 2026
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House of Commons; Tower Hamlets Council
Tuesday, 16 June 2026
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House of Commons
Subjects: Recruitment Public appointments Standards Tower Hamlets Council
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