Written question asked by Ben Maguire (Liberal Democrat) on Wednesday, 9 July 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Friday, 11 July 2025. It was answered by Matthew Pennycook (Labour) on Monday, 21 July 2025 on behalf of the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.

Housing: Key Workers

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what assessment her Department has made of the adequacy of the provision of (a) affordable and (b) social housing for key workers in North Cornwall constituency.

Answer

The government recognises the need for social and affordable housing for key workers in North Cornwall and other areas.

The revised National Planning Policy Framework published on 12 December 2024 makes clear that local planning authorities should assess the size, type, and tenure of homes needed, including for those who require affordable housing, and to reflect this in their planning policies. When identifying affordable housing need in their areas, the Framework makes clear that local planning authorities should incorporate the minimum proportion of Social Rent homes required.

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Type: Written question
Reference: 66487
Session: 2024-26
Subjects: Housing North Cornwall Key workers
Link: View this Written question on www.parliament.uk

Housing: Key Workers

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