Written question asked by James Cleverly (Conservative) on Monday, 10 November 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 12 November 2025. It was answered by Alison McGovern (Labour) on Tuesday, 18 November 2025 on behalf of the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.
Councillors: Dual Mandate
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, if he will take steps to stop councillors in England from being able to be elected to foreign office overseas.
- Answer
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We expect councillors to uphold the Nolan principles, which include selflessness, integrity, objectivity, and accountability, because they are essential for maintaining public confidence in local democracy. The government is clear that any councillor elected by local people to serve their interests must continue to do so as their highest priority.
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- Written question
- Reference
- 88658
- Session
- 2024-26
- Subjects
- Councillors Dual mandate
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- 2025-11-18 15:32:51 +0000
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