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Written question asked by Alex Burghart (Conservative) on Wednesday, 24 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 29 June 2026. It was answered by Chris Ward (Labour) on Wednesday, 1 July 2026 on behalf of the Cabinet Office.


Civil Service: Labour

Question

To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, whether he has authorised access talks to be given by the Civil Service to Labour MPs, further to the planned change in Prime Minister, and what criteria are used to determine whether a specific Member will be given such briefings.

Answer

The Prime Minister has agreed with the Cabinet Secretary that access talks can take place with declared candidates for the Labour Leadership.

Access talks will be led and coordinated by the Cabinet Secretary.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
12775
Session
2026-27
Transferred
Yes
Subjects
Civil service Prime ministers Members Labour
Link
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