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House of Commons · Ministers' Questions

Identifying Local Vulnerability 2026-06-29

Monday 29 June 2026 · 3 questions

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

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At a glance

Answered 0 Partly answered 3 Not answered 0

Key points

  • Government are committed to improving data sharing with local authorities to enhance services.
  • Work has been done to establish customer needs and ways of working, with future stages focusing on deploying the best technological solution.
  • Early benefits from the roll-out of the scheme are expected by 2027, but no firm delivery deadline was given.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 John Milne Lib Dem Horsham
Standards & Ethics Local Government
Context

The question arises from the ongoing work on data sharing with local authorities aimed at identifying and addressing local vulnerabilities.

Question

What progress has been made on the 'identifying local vulnerability' project, which is intended to improve services through enhanced data sharing between local and central government?

Answer from Andrew Western

The Government are committed to improving data sharing with local authorities. Work has taken place to establish customer needs and ways of working, and future stages will focus on deploying the best technological solution.

Partly answered

Not addressed: Specific delivery deadline or firm commitments were not provided

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Q2 John Milne Lib Dem Horsham
Housing Benefits & Welfare
Context

The question stems from a case where an individual's benefits claim issues led to tragedy, highlighting the need for improved data sharing and timely implementation of projects aimed at identifying vulnerabilities.

Question

Will the Minister commit to a firm delivery deadline for the 'identifying local vulnerability' project given delays and the potential impact on preventing such tragic outcomes?

Answer from Andrew Western

Data sharing with local authorities is essential, particularly in homelessness prevention. Early benefits from the roll-out of the scheme are expected by 2027, but no firm delivery deadline was committed.

Partly answered

Not addressed: A specific and firm delivery date was not given

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Q3 Perran Moon Lab Camborne and Redruth
Community Security Local Government
Context

Storm Goretti caused significant damage in Cornwall, leading to community rescue efforts for isolated individuals. The question seeks information on how such incidents inform the vulnerability identification project.

Question

What lessons have been learned from the aftermath of Storm Goretti regarding the 'identifying local vulnerability' project's ability to support communities during crises?

Answer from Andrew Western

The hon. Friend's shock at the storm incident is shared. Sending further details of specific cases to the Minister would help feed into ongoing work, aiming to recognise urgent service needs through data sharing.

Partly answered

Not addressed: No concrete lessons or timelines were provided for application in future projects

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