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Written question asked by Josh Babarinde (Liberal Democrat) on Wednesday, 21 January 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 26 January 2026. It was answered by Matthew Pennycook (Labour) on Friday, 30 January 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.


Council Housing

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what guidance or policy support is being offered to local authorities to help maintain viable council housing services.

Answer

For steps the government is taking to support the sustainability of the Housing Revenue Account, I refer the hon. Member to the Written Ministerial Statements made on 2 July (HCWS771) and 28 January (HCWS1283).

Specific guidance for councils on the operation of the Housing Revenue Account can be found on gov.uk here.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
107497
Session
2024-26
Related items
Social and Affordable Housing Renewal
Wednesday, 2 July 2025
Written statements
House of Commons
Subjects
Council housing
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk