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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Update on transparency of intergovernmental relations

10 November 2020 · Cabinet Office

Proposed by Michael Gove Con Surrey Heath

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At a glance

Key points

  • The UK government has launched a dedicated GOV.UK page for intergovernmental relations.
  • Quarterly reports on intergovernmental relations will be published starting in 2021.
  • An annual report on intergovernmental relations will be laid before Parliament by Command Paper.

Issue summary

The statement discusses new measures to enhance transparency and accountability in intergovernmental relations between the UK government and devolved administrations.

Action requested

A dedicated GOV.UK page for IGR has been launched, publishing all relevant documents and reports. Quarterly reports will be published starting in 2021, with an annual report laid before Parliament by Command Paper. Regular statements to Parliament on IGR are also committed to.

Key facts

  • A new dedicated GOV.UK page for intergovernmental relations (IGR) has been created.
  • Quarterly reports will be published starting in 2021.
  • Annual reports will be laid before both Houses of Parliament by Command Paper.
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