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Machinery of Government

05 September 2024

Proposing MP
Holborn and St Pancras
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Prime Minister

At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement discusses a Machinery of Government change regarding Union and devolution policy responsibilities.

Action Requested

Responsibility for Union and devolution policy across Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland has moved from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government to the Cabinet Office. This change is effective immediately and will support cross-government coordination led by the Chancellor for the Duchy of Lancaster as Minister for Intergovernmental Relations.

Key Facts

  • Responsibility for Union and devolution policy in Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland moves from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government to the Cabinet Office.
  • The change supports cross-government coordination and engagement with the devolved governments.
  • The Chancellor for the Duchy of Lancaster will act as Minister for Intergovernmental Relations.
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