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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Protecting What Matters

09 March 2026 · Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government

Proposed by Steve Reed Lab Co-op Streatham and Croydon North

Community Security

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At a glance

Key points

  • The government has published a Command Paper titled "Protecting What Matters"
  • The paper outlines steps to enhance social cohesion in the UK
  • Initiatives include investing in community spaces and supporting integration

Issue summary

The statement addresses the government's plan to strengthen social cohesion in the UK through various initiatives.

Action requested

The government has published a Command Paper titled “Protecting What Matters” which outlines initial steps to enhance social cohesion, including investing in community spaces, supporting integration, and fostering resilience against extremism.

Key facts

  • The Command Paper sets out initial steps to strengthen social cohesion.
  • Headline policies include investing in community spaces, supporting integration, and fostering resilience against extremism.
  • The plan aims to fight back against hostile actors and bring people together for a safer, stronger, and more prosperous country.
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