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Department for Work and Pensions: Hotels

Commons · Question 111296 · Tabled 5 Feb 2026 · Department for Work and Pensions · Official record

Answered 3 Mar 2026

Question

Asked by Rupert Lowe

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, 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 Andrew Western, 3 Mar 2026

DWP policy is clear that a hotel may only be booked for clear business reasons and with approval from the staff member’s manager. The policy also puts limits on the cost of hotels, which naturally excludes premium hotels. The total number nights spent in ...