Written Statement - Project Open Gov

A written statement by a minister placed on the parliamentary record.

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Also used as: written statement, written statements, parliamentary written statement, parliamentary written statements

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Last reviewed: 23 August 2026

A written statement is a written ministerial statement placed on the parliamentary record. Written statements are often used to announce information, reports, reviews, statistics, policy updates or day-to-day government business. They are published online and may also be listed in the Order Paper or future business.

Related terms

HansardThe official report of what was said in Parliament.Ministerial StatementA statement made by a minister to bring an important matter to Parliament’s attention.Order PaperThe official list of business scheduled for a sitting day in Parliament.Written Ministerial StatementA formal written statement by a minister to Parliament, usually used to announce decisions or provide official information.Written QuestionA question submitted in writing to a minister, with the answer given in writing.