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Written question asked by Nick Timothy (Conservative) on Tuesday, 30 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 2 July 2026. It was answered by Alex Norris (Labour) on Thursday, 9 July 2026 on behalf of the Home Office.


Asylum: RAF Barnham

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, with reference to the proposals to house asylum seekers at RAF Barnham, a) what educational classes will be offered to the asylum seekers housed there, and b) whether any of these classes will take place at nearby schools.

Answer

No decision has been made in respect of the use of MoD Barnham for asylum accommodation. If the site is taken forward, any education provision, including where it would be delivered, would be considered as part of the operating model and ongoing suitability assessments.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
14479
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Education Asylum Housing RAF Barnham
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk