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Cabinet Manual
02 June 2026
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Prime Minister
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The Government plans to update the Cabinet Manual to reflect current constitutional arrangements and provide an authoritative guide for ministers and civil servants.
Action Requested
The Government will seek feedback from the Public Administration and Constitutional Affairs Committee in the House of Commons and the Constitution Committee in the House of Lords on draft text before updating the Cabinet Manual.
Key Facts
- The Cabinet Manual was first published in 2011.
- It has not been updated since its initial publication, becoming out of date.
- Updates will address descriptions related to general elections, UK’s relationship with the EU, and devolution settlements.
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