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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Intergovernmental Relations Dashboard

25 March 2026 · Cabinet Office

Proposed by Chris Ward Lab Brighton Kemptown and Peacehaven

Northern IrelandScotlandWales

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At a glance

Key points

  • The UK Government commits to enhancing intergovernmental relations with the devolved administrations in Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
  • The publication of an Intergovernmental Relations Dashboard is announced to showcase engagement levels.
  • The dashboard will detail interactions between UK Government ministers and their counterparts in the devolved administrations.

Issue summary

The statement discusses the UK Government's commitment to intergovernmental relations with the devolved administrations in Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.

Action requested

The publication of an Intergovernmental Relations Dashboard is announced to demonstrate the level of engagement between UK Government ministers and their counterparts in Edinburgh, Cardiff, and Belfast.

Key facts

  • Between April and September 2025, UK Government ministers held 214 meetings with devolved government counterparts.
  • The number of meetings reflects sustained collaboration across formal forums such as the British-Irish Council and Interministerial Standing Committee.
  • Engagement covers policy areas including trade strategy, EU matters, migration, and economic growth.
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