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House of Commons · Ministers' Questions

Empowering Local Communities

Monday 9 January 2023 · 3 questions

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Key points

  • The Government are committed to empowering local communities through devolution and have announced deals with six new areas providing over 4 billion for growth and innovation.
  • Miriam Cates secured 24.1 million for Stocksbridge through the town deal model, which is seen as a blueprint for future levelling-up projects.
  • The UK100 "Local Net Zero Delivery Progress Report" is part of a growing body of evidence that reviews progress towards net zero, recognizing the critical role of local authorities in climate action.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Miriam Cates
Local Government
Context

The MP questioned the Department's actions to empower local communities.

Question

What steps his Department is taking to empower local communities?

Answer from Dehenna Davison

The Government are committed to seeing more empowered and accountable local leadership through devolution. Deals with six new areas announced last year will provide over £4 billion to drive growth and innovation, responding to challenges and needs.

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Q2 Miriam Cates
Local Government
Context

The MP mentioned the successful Stocksbridge town deal, a £24 million investment that will transform the high street and improve transport in the area.

Question

Does my hon. Friend agree with me that the towns fund initiative should be a blueprint for future levelling-up projects, and will she honour Stocksbridge—I believe it is not very far at all from where she grew up—with a visit to see this community power in action?

Answer from Dehenna Davison

My hon. Friend is a fantastic champion for Stocksbridge, securing £24.1 million to respond directly to the needs of the town. The town deal model is indeed strong and will continue to respond to local communities and stakeholders.

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Q3 Jim Shannon DUP Strangford
Climate Local Government
Context

The MP inquired about the assessment of UK100's Local Net Zero Delivery Progress Report and its impact on local powers.

Question

What assessment has the hon. Lady made of the implications for her policies of the UK100 “Local Net Zero Delivery Progress Report” on local powers, which are critical for that very progress to actually happen?

Answer from Dehenna Davison

Our net zero strategy recognises local authorities' essential role in delivering climate action. The UK100 “Local Net Zero Delivery Progress Report” is part of a growing body of evidence that reviews progress with net zero.

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