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Written question asked by Ben Obese-Jecty (Conservative) on Thursday, 18 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 24 June 2026 (named day). It was answered by Alison McGovern (Labour) on Wednesday, 24 June 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.


Local Government: Reorganisation

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what discussions his Department has held with officials from the Unison union on local government reorganisation.

Answer

The Department has been working closely with trade unions, including Unison, as we develop support and guidance to assist councils with the transition and will continue to do so throughout the process.

Several discussions have focussed on staffing matters involved in reorganisation, specifically the transfer of staff from predecessor councils to new unitaries, in recognition of the vital role staff representatives will have throughout this process.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
11275
Session
2026-27
Related items
Local Government: Reorganisation
Tuesday, 30 June 2026
Written questions
House of Commons
Subjects
Local government Reorganisation UNISON
Link
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