Local Government: Elections
Lords · Question HL14178 · Tabled 2 Feb 2026 · Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government · Official record
Answered 26 Feb 2026
Question
Asked by Baroness Deech
To ask His Majesty's Government what account they took of the Nolan principles in the decision to provide for the postponement of some local elections in 2026, in particular the principles of (1) accountability, and (2) selflessness.
Answer
Answered by Baroness Taylor of Stevenage, 26 Feb 2026
On 23 February, the Secretary of State provided an update to the House on local elections: written statement HLWS1367 (attached).