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Written question asked by Mike Wood (Conservative) on Wednesday, 8 July 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 13 July 2026. It was answered by Seema Malhotra (Labour) on Friday, 17 July 2026 on behalf of the Government Equalities Office.


Equality

Question

To ask the Minister for Women and Equalities, pursuant to the Answer of 30 June 2026, to Question 9890, on Equality, whether she plans to undertake a public consultation on the statutory guidance on the socio-economic duty.

Answer

This Government is committed to commencing the socio-economic duty. We are currently working towards commencement, which includes drafting statutory guidance that will clarify how the duty can be applied effectively. As part of this process and to maintain pace, we are engaging directly with listed public bodies to ensure the guidance supports them effectively.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
16925
Session
2026-27
Related items
Equality
Tuesday, 30 June 2026
Written questions
House of Commons
Subjects
Equality Social class
Link
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