We also asked how the Department intends to ensure that lessons are learned and applied early in the life of the NHDF. The Department told us that it is designing its evaluation with clear review points so that it can learn lessons continuously and amend its approach to delivering the NHDF.59 In its letter following the session the Department told us that these review points will include working with and reporting to HM Treasury and the National Infrastructure and Service Transformation Authority (NISTA).60 57 Q 60 58 Letter from the MHCLG, 1 June 2026 59 Q 60 60 Letter from the MHCLG, 1 June 2026 15