Context
The Diocese of Gloucester has been actively involved in implementing the Archbishops' report on housing, yet there are legal reforms that remain stuck with the Church Commissioners and the Archbishops' Council.
Question
What discussions have you had with the Church of England regarding its real estate's potential role in addressing housing demand? The Secretary of State will know about the Diocese of Gloucester's efforts to implement the important report from the Archbishops, “Coming Home”. I want to thank Bishop Rachel and all involved for funding the national housing executive and delivering projects like St Aldate's and Hardwicke. However, legal reforms on ownership are stuck with the Church Commissioners and the Archbishops' Council, so what more can you do to ensure the Church of England fulfills its social mission in providing affordable housing?
Answer from Michael Gove
We are working with the Church of England to unlock more land and support its drive to secure greater access to affordable housing. The Secretary has recently been in touch with the Bishop of Kensington, Graham Tomlin, who will take forward further conversations to achieve shared goals.
Not addressed: The specific issue regarding stuck legal reforms on ownership was not addressed.
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