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Written question asked by Graham Leadbitter (Scottish National Party) on Monday, 13 July 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 16 July 2026 (named day). It was answered by Calvin Bailey (Labour) on Thursday, 16 July 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.

Armed Forces: Housing

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with regard to the Defence Investment Plan, how many of the 14,000 military homes affected by delays in refurbishment are occupied by service personnel and their families.

Answer

The Ministry of Defence will publish its delivery timeline for the £9.2 billion Defence Housing Strategy over the next 12 months.

Work has already commenced on the 14,000 homes requiring substantial refurbishment, as set out in the Defence Housing Strategy. Over 1,250 military homes were improved last financial year, with more to be upgraded this year.

In addition refurbishment works have been instructed for 92 properties across Lossiemouth and Kinloss, covering kitchen, bathroom and boiler replacements. To date, 15 properties have been completed, with the remaining works progressing and scheduled for completion by August 2026.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
18392
Session
2026-27
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Armed forces Housing Families Standards Repairs and maintenance
Contains statistics
Yes
Link
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