Question to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government:

To ask the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, what steps he is taking to ensure the independence of the Office of Local Government.

It is intended that Oflog has a degree of separation from government to support its objectives, and we will continue to facilitate that set up in the months ahead.

The Secretary of State has already appointed an independent chair, Lord (Amyas) Morse. Lord Morse has, and will continue to, provide independent advice, support, and challenge to Oflog's strategic vision, functions, and delivery priorities.

Oflog's governance structures and processes will be communicated transparently, and the department will adopt mechanisms and governance arrangements to facilitate Oflog's work.