Question to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government:

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what information her Department holds centrally approved new spending on property, advertising, consultancy, technology and commercial.

MHCLG holds information relating to new spending proposals that are subject to departmental approval processes, including in areas such as property, advertising, consultancy, technology and commercial activity.

The information held will vary depending on the nature of the approval proposal but will likely include details such as the contract value, duration and supplier information. Relevant approvals and assurances required as part of departmental governance processes are also captured. Consultancy and professional services spending is subject to specific approval arrangements within the Department.