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Written question asked by Angus MacDonald (Liberal Democrat) on Monday, 16 March 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 19 March 2026 (named day). It was answered by Alex Norris (Labour) on Thursday, 19 March 2026 on behalf of the Home Office.


Asylum: Cameron Barracks

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what recent discussions his Department has had with Highland Council on the use of Cameron Barracks to house Asylum Seekers.

Answer

The Home Office has engaged with Highland Council, as well as other local stakeholders including the Police, NHS, Scottish Fire & Rescue Service and others since plans were announced in October 2025.

The department continues to engage regularly with all statutory partners as plans progress. Key information about the plans discussed with local partners can be found on the factsheet Cameron Barracks, Inverness: factsheet - GOV.UK, which will be updated as further information becomes available.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
121267
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Asylum Highland Council Cameron Barracks
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk