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

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, on what date a decision will be made on a devolution settlement for Hertfordshire.

Following the call for expressions of interest for new Foundation Strategic Authorities on 12 February 2026, the Government is considering the proposals received. The Government will set out next steps soon and will continue to work closely with local leaders, including in Hertfordshire.