House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
The "State of the Estate in 2022-23"
19 April 2024 · Cabinet Office
Proposed by Alex Burghart Con Brentwood and Ongar
Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.
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Key points
- The UK Government reported a 39 percent reduction in greenhouse gas emissions for 2022-23.
- Total waste decreased by 16 percent compared to the baseline year in 2022-23.
- Over 18,000 roles were relocated outside of London by December 2023, supporting the Places for Growth commitment.
Issue summary
The statement addresses the progress made by the UK Government in improving the efficiency and sustainability of its central government estate for the period 2022-23.
Action requested
The report highlights achievements such as a 39% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions, a 16% decrease in total waste compared to the baseline year, and significant progress towards the Places for Growth commitment with over 18,000 roles relocated outside of London by December 2023.
Key facts
- Government reduced its overall greenhouse gas emissions by 39%, saving an estimated £163 million.
- Total waste was reduced by 16% from the 2017-18 baseline, with only 5% of departmental waste sent to landfill.
- Sixteen government hubs are now in operation across the UK with a combined floorspace of ~ 330,000m2.
- By December 2023, over 18,000 roles had been relocated outside London exceeding the programme’s interim 2025 milestone.
- The government disposed of properties worth more than £1 billion.
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