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Written question asked by Adam Dance (Liberal Democrat) on Friday, 28 August 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 3 September 2026 (named day). It was answered by Sarah Jones (Labour) on Thursday, 3 September 2026 on behalf of the Home Office.


Police Stations: Yeovil

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what assessment she has made of the potential merits of supporting Avon and Somerset Police to install a police custody suite in the new Horsey Lane police station in Yeovil.

Answer

Decisions regarding the police estate, including the provision and location of custody suites, are a matter for Chief Constables and directly elected Police and Crime Commissioners (or equivalents), who are best placed to determine local requirements based on operational demand, policing priorities and available resources.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
24280
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Avon and Somerset Police Yeovil Police stations
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk