Commons Sense

House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Cabinet Manual

02 June 2026 · Prime Minister

Proposed by Keir Starmer Lab Holborn and St Pancras

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At a glance

Key points

  • Government plans to update the Cabinet Manual to reflect current constitutional arrangements.
  • Feedback will be sought from the Public Administration and Constitutional Affairs Committee in the House of Commons.
  • Draft text will also be reviewed by the Constitution Committee in the House of Lords before updates.

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  • It has not been updated since its initial publication, becoming out of date.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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