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Written question asked by Richard Holden (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 Ellie Reeves (Labour) on Thursday, 21 May 2026 on behalf of the Attorney General.


Former Ministers: Departmental Records

Question

To ask the Solicitor General, what guidance she has issued to Departments on whether former Ministers should be consulted before internal Ministerial papers are shared with the courts.

Answer

The Solicitor General has not issued any guidance to Departments on whether former Ministers should be consulted before internal Ministerial papers are shared with the courts.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
1237
Session
2026-27
Related items
Former Ministers: Departmental Records
Wednesday, 3 June 2026
Written questions
House of Commons
Subjects
Courts Former ministers Ministers Departmental records
Link
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