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Written question asked by Kevin Hollinrake (Conservative) on Thursday, 14 May 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 18 May 2026. It was answered by Chris Ward (Labour) on Tuesday, 19 May 2026 on behalf of the Cabinet Office.


Labour Together

Question

To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, with reference to the point of order by the Right hon. Member for Hayes and Harlington of 23 February 2026, Official Report, Column 60, on Labour Together and APCO Worldwide: Cabinet Office Review, what communications the Chief Whip conducted with the hon. Member for Makerfield on the pending Cabinet Office investigation.

Answer

On 15 February 2026, the Prime Minister asked civil servants in the Cabinet Office to establish the facts in this case. Following the conclusion of that process, the Prime Minister referred the matter to the Independent Adviser on Ministerial Standards. The Independent Adviser then provided advice to the Prime Minister on 27 February, which has been published.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
1212
Session
2026-27
Related items
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Communication ThinkLabour Simons, Josh
Link
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