Written question asked by Lord Birt (Crossbench) on Monday, 29 June 2026, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 13 July 2026. It was answered by Baroness Anderson of Stoke-on-Trent (Labour) on Tuesday, 7 July 2026 on behalf of the Cabinet Office.
Prime Minister: Religion
- Question
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To ask His Majesty's Government what plans they have to legislate to ensure a Prime Minister of any religious faith can discharge all of his or her responsibilities.
- Answer
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While religious faith does not prevent anyone from becoming Prime Minister, the Government recognises that there are some historical restrictions on duties in statute. In such cases the Government would make alternative arrangements, so that it can discharge its responsibilities in full.
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- HL1380
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- 2026-27
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- Subjects
- Prime Minister Religion
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