§ Mr. StunellTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment, Transport and the Regions when proposals to reform the Housing and Local Government Act 1989 relating to politically restricted posts will be brought forward; and if he will make a statement. [28314]
§ Mr. RaynsfordThe Government remain firmly committed to the principle of political impartiality among senior and other front line public servants, but we are reviewing the restrictions on political activity by local government officers to ensure that their detail and coverage are appropriate. We intend to publish proposals for consultation by the early spring.