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Written question asked by Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party) on Monday, 27 October 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 30 October 2025 (named day). It was answered by Louise Sandher-Jones (Labour) on Thursday, 30 October 2025 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Armed Forces: Separation

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what steps he is taking to provide stable family homes for children of serving military personnel whose parents have separated.

Answer

Defence recognises the needs of separating families and provides specific policy on accommodation to meet the needs of entitled Service personnel and their spouse in these circumstances. The Ministry of Defence remains committed to widening entitlement to family accommodation to support personnel with non-resident children. The Modernised Accommodation Offer remains under review and we expect to be able to communicate future policy changes in the near future.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
85195
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Children Armed forces Separation
Link
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