Long-term Empty Homes 2025-10-13
2025-10-13
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Q1
Partial Answer
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The MP questioned the government's steps to bring long-term empty homes back into use, referencing a policy that could incentivize local authorities.
I welcome the Minister to her new role. Will the Government consider introducing a policy whereby long-term empty properties brought back into use as homes will count towards a district’s housing target?
Local authorities have a number of powers to deal with empty homes. The hon. Member raises an interesting point, which I will take away and consider with officials.
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Assessment & feedback
Did not commit to introducing the policy but stated she would consider it.
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Q2
Direct Answer
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The MP highlighted the need for regeneration in Park End, his constituency, which received £20 million of Pride in Place funding. He asked how the government would ensure effective use of this funding.
There are 46 long-term empty properties in the community of Park End in my constituency. Park End desperately needs regeneration, so I am delighted that the Government have awarded it £20 million of Pride in Place funding, for the community to use for regeneration over the long term. Will the Government commit to working with me to make sure that the local community gets the best from that funding?
Absolutely. I am really encouraged by the way that local communities are seizing the opportunity of Pride in Place funding, and taking it forward to deal with an issue that affects every council across the country.
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