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Ministerial Envoy Appointed at Nottingham City Council

A letter from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government confirms the appointment of Sir Stephen Houghton CBE as Political Envoy at Nottingham City Council. The correspondence was sent by James Blythe, Deputy Director, Local Government Stewardship and Interventions.

The appointment was officially published on 15 July 2026 and applies to England. The letter serves as formal confirmation of Sir Stephen Houghton CBE's new role at the council.

Letting agents and inventory clerks in Nottingham and the wider region may wish to note this development, as changes in council leadership can be relevant to local property management and governance.