Department for Transport: Hotels

Question

Asked by Rupert Lowe

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, how many nights were spent in hotels by Departmental staff in financial year 2024-25 by the star rating of the hotel.

Answer

Answered by Simon Lightwood, 16 Feb 2026

Corrected 27 Apr 2026 by Simon Lightwood

In 2024-25 16,510 nights were booked in hotels by DfT staff. The Department’s travel booking system does not include or record star ratings. This figure may include some bookings that were later cancelled. All staff are required to book accommodation via...