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Written question asked by Gareth Thomas (Labour) on Wednesday, 15 October 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 21 October 2025 (named day). It was answered by Alison McGovern (Labour) on Tuesday, 21 October 2025 on behalf of the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.


Local Government: Credit Unions

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, if he will encourage Councils to offer payroll deduction to employees wishing to save money with a credit union.

Answer

Local authorities are independent employers responsible for the management of their own workforces including setting their own terms and conditions and employment packages in compliance with all relevant employment legislation.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
82266
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Credit unions Local government Payroll deduction scheme
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk