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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Local Government Update

08 November 2022 · Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities

Proposed by Michael Gove Con Surrey Heath

Local Government

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At a glance

Key points

  • The Finance Commissioner position for Liverpool City Council is expanded with Stephen Hughes appointed to the role until June 2024.
  • Additional governance powers are being transferred to the Commissioners to address financial issues in Liverpool City Council.
  • The Commissioners will submit their next report in February 2023.

Issue summary

The statement addresses the expansion of intervention into Liverpool City Council by appointing a Finance Commissioner and transferring additional governance powers.

Action requested

I am confirming the implementation of proposals to expand the intervention, including appointing Stephen Hughes as Finance Commissioner until June 2024. The Commissioners will provide their next report in February 2023.

Key facts

  • The intervention at Liverpool City Council started on 10 June 2021.
  • Four Commissioners were initially appointed with powers over regeneration, highways and property.
  • Stephen Hughes is a seasoned finance officer appointed as Finance Commissioner until June 2024 or such earlier or later time as determined.
  • The next report from the Commissioners will be submitted in February 2023.
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