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House of Commons · Ministers' Questions

Cross-Government Working

Thursday 25 July 2024 · 2 questions

Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.

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At a glance

Answered 0 Partly answered 2 Not answered 0

Key points

  • The commitment to a mission-led Government focuses on breaking down silos and pushing power out to communities.
  • The Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster chaired the first mission board on growth.
  • The Government works closely with devolved Governments and local leaders to deliver missions.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Patrick Hurley Lab Southport
Parliamentary Procedure
Context

The question arises from a broader commitment to mission-led government aimed at improving inter-departmental coordination.

Question

What steps he is taking with Cabinet colleagues to improve cross-Government working. The commitment to a mission-led Government sets out a new approach to governing that is focused on outcomes making a meaningful difference to people's lives, breaking down silos and pushing power out to communities.

Answer from Ellie Reeves

The commitment to a mission-led Government sets out a new approach focused on outcomes that make a meaningful difference. It means a more joined-up government, breaking down silos and pushing power out to communities. The Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster chaired the first mission board on growth as deputy chair. Further mission boards will be held.

Partly answered

Not addressed: No specific steps or mechanisms for cross-Government working were detailed, only high-level principles.

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Q2 Patrick Hurley Lab Southport
Northern Ireland Scotland Wales Local Government
Context

The question follows an announcement by the Prime Minister that he would chair new mission delivery boards to oversee Labour's manifesto pledges. It addresses the need for effective communication with devolved Governments to deliver these commitments.

Question

Could my hon. Friend tell me what steps are being taken to ensure that devolved Governments are involved in the new Government's mission delivery process? If we want to deliver our manifesto pledges effectively, we are going to need effective communication between central Government and devolved bodies.

Answer from Ellie Reeves

The Chancellor launched the national wealth fund recently. We work closely with Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland as well as metro mayors and local council leaders in England to deliver missions. The Prime Minister met all First Ministers on his tour of the UK. Meaningful co-operation is key for delivering change across the United Kingdom.

Partly answered

Not addressed: No specific steps or mechanisms were detailed for involving devolved Governments; only general cooperation was mentioned.

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