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Lords · Question HL78 · Tabled 13 May 2026 · Cabinet Office · Official record

Answered 1 Jun 2026

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Asked by Lord Wigley

To ask His Majesty's Government, in light of the outcomes of the recent elections in the devolved nations, what steps they plan to take to improve their capacity to "work closely with the devolved governments" as stated in the King's Speech made on 13 May

Answer

Answered by Baroness Anderson of Stoke-on-Trent, 1 Jun 2026

This government has been clear since day one that rebuilding the country requires UK-wide delivery, working effectively with all levels of government. Good intergovernmental relations remain a priority. The Prime Minister has spoken to the First Ministers...