My Work In Parliament - Alex Norris - Alex Norris

Essex County Fire and Rescue Service and Essex Police

Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government

Alex Norris received a response to a question they put to the government

On 3 February, the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government published the 2025/26 Local Government Finance Settlement which sets out funding allocations for all local authorities...

Retail Trade: Empty Property

Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government

Alex Norris received a response to a question they put to the government

This government has introduced High Street Rental Auctions, powers available to local authorities in England to require landlords, regardless of their country of residence, to rent out vacant...

Balaclavas: Public Places

Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government

Alex Norris received a response to a question they put to the government

Britain has a proud tradition of freedom of speech and religious expression within the confines of the law. There are no current general policies or legislations that ban the wearing of religious...

Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government: 23red

Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government

Alex Norris received a response to a question they put to the government

The Department commissioned 23 Red Limited through approved government procurement frameworks to help deliver two key campaigns addressing housing needs in our communities. The 'consultancy'...

Jews: Safety

Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government

Alex Norris received a response to a question they put to the government

Antisemitism has no place in our society, and tackling it is a top priority for this government. We are particularly concerned about the steep increase in antisemitism we have seen since the...

Mo Baines

Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government

Alex Norris received a response to a question they put to the government

I refer the hon. Member to the answer given to Question UIN 50166 on 14 May 2025.

Cities and Local Growth Unit

Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government

Alex Norris received a response to a question they put to the government

The Cities and Local Growth Unit, a joint Unit with the Department for Business and Trade, ended on 31 March 2025.

Refugees: Ukraine

Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government

Alex Norris received a response to a question they put to the government

The Government recognises that the ability to speak English is key to helping people integrate into life in the UK, as well as supporting people to access education, employment and other...

Empty Property: Compulsory Purchase

Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government

Alex Norris received a response to a question they put to the government

Local authorities have various compulsory purchase powers which they can use to acquire and develop derelict or empty properties. To assist them in the use of their powers, the government has...

Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government: Contracts

Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government

Alex Norris received a response to a question they put to the government

The department is committed to improving efficiency by reducing reliance on external suppliers and consultants, having already achieved a 50% reduction in consultancy use since 2023/24....

Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government: Oxford Economics

Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government

Alex Norris received a response to a question they put to the government

The department commissioned Oxford Economics to model economic growth in Greater Cambridge.

Anti-Muslim Hatred/Islamophobia Definition Working Group

Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government

Alex Norris received a response to a question they put to the government

The work to provide a definition of anti-Muslim hatred is being undertaken by an independent working group. They will provide advice to Ministers as per the established terms of reference and the...

Unadopted Estates and Roads

Westminster Hall debates

It is a pleasure to serve with you in the Chair, Ms Butler. I congratulate my hon. Friend the Member for Hitchin (Alistair Strathern) on securing this important debate, which is characteristic...

Freeports and Special Economic Zones: Job Creation

Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government

Alex Norris received a response to a question they put to the government

As policies developed in partnership with local partners, MHCLG has not set specific targets for job creation in Freeports, nor in Investment Zones, its other major economic zone policy. However,...

Disadvantaged: Finance

Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government

Alex Norris received a response to a question they put to the government

On 11 June 2025, the government has announced communities funding for up to 350 places, including the 75 places named in the Plan for Neighbourhoods in March 2025. Within this, 25 trailblazer...

Recreation Spaces: Fylde

Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government

Alex Norris received a response to a question they put to the government

The government is committed to improving access to parks and green spaces for all, recognising their role in fostering stronger communities. Community groups are a key component in helping people...

Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government: Local Partnerships

Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government

Alex Norris received a response to a question they put to the government

This spend related to the Local Partnerships’ programme management of the Contract Management Pioneer Programme (CMPP). The CMPP was a capability-building initiative designed to strengthen...

Housing: Solar Power

Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government

Alex Norris received a response to a question they put to the government

The Future Homes Standard, which will be set through the Building Regulations in autumn this year, will apply to new-build homes only. As solar PV will play a fundamental role in the new...

Community Assets: Finance

Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government

Alex Norris received a response to a question they put to the government

The government has now announced funding for up to 350 deprived communities, including the 75 places named in the Plan for Neighbourhoods in March 2025. 25 trailblazer neighbourhoods will receive...

UK Shared Prosperity Fund: Fylde

Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government

Alex Norris received a response to a question they put to the government

We do not hold constituency level data, but Fylde Borough Council received a UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) allocation between 2022-25. For 2025-26, in line with new devolution deals, funding...