House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
Local Government Best Value Update
22 October 2024 · Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government
Proposed by Jim McMahon Lab Co-op Oldham West, Chadderton and Royton
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At a glance
Key points
- The statement addresses statutory interventions in Birmingham and Slough by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.
- Jim McMahon updates the House on the progress made in Birmingham and proposes extending the intervention in Slough until November 2026.
- He seeks representations by November 4th regarding new directions for Slough Borough Council under section 15 of the Local Government Act 1999.
Issue summary
The statement addresses the statutory interventions in Birmingham and Slough by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.
Action requested
Jim McMahon updates the House on the progress made in Birmingham and proposes extending the intervention in Slough until November 2026. He also seeks representations by November 4th regarding new directions for Slough Borough Council under section 15 of the Local Government Act 1999.
Key facts
- Birmingham City Council remains under statutory intervention since October 5, 2023.
- Commissioners' first progress report on Birmingham is being published today.
- Joanne Roney CBE has been appointed as Managing Director at Birmingham City Council.
- Slough Borough Council's intervention started in December 2021 and will be extended to November 30, 2026 if approved.
- Commissioners Gavin Jones, Denise Murray, and Ged Curran are proposed for reappointment with Will Tuckley as Managing Director Commissioner.