Question to the Department for Levelling Up, Housing & Communities:

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what consultation he plans to undertake as part of his work to establish a comprehensive plan for financial sustainability for local authorities.

The comprehensive plan that I spoke to the House about on Monday 15 June, is being developed and informed by ongoing discussions with local government and the department’s monthly financial monitoring exercise. Going forward, ministers and officials will continue to consult councillors, officials, and other stakeholders on the plan. Ministers will keep the House informed.