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Written question asked by Andrew Snowden (Conservative) on Wednesday, 24 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 29 June 2026. It was answered by Matthew Pennycook (Labour) on Monday, 20 July 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.


Asylum: Multiple Occupation

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what guidance he has issued to local authorities on their enforcement responsibilities under the Housing Act 2004 in respect of Houses in Multiple Occupation used to house asylum seekers by the Home Office or its contractors.

Answer

My Department has published no such guidance.

I otherwise refer the hon. Member to the answer given to Question UIN 75141 on 16 September 2025.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
12855
Session
2026-27
Related items
Multiple Occupation
Tuesday, 16 September 2025
Written questions
House of Commons
Transferred
Yes
Subjects
Asylum Enforcement Local government Multiple occupation
Legislation
Housing Act 2004
Link
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