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House of Commons · Ministers' Questions

Covid-19: Local Authorities and Devolved Administrations

Monday 18 May 2020 · 1 question

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Key points

  • Ministerial Questions took place on 2020-05-18
  • Mark Pawsey raised concerns about district councils facing financial pressures due to added costs and reduced income
  • The Minister announced a second allocation of 1.6 billion, with 70% of district councils receiving more than 1 million each, including Rugby

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Mark Pawsey Con Rugby
Local Government
Context

District councils have faced both additional expenditure and revenue losses due to the pandemic.

Question

District councils are closest to residents, appreciating Government support but facing pressures from added costs and reduced income. How can the Minister ensure district councils meet short-term demands and maintain long-term sustainability?

Answer from Steve Barclay (Chief Secretary to the Treasury)

The profile for the second allocation of £1.6 billion was changed to recognise the points raised, with 70% of district councils receiving more than £1 million each, including Rugby which received over £1 million in additional funding.

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