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Written question asked by Neil Duncan-Jordan (Labour) on Wednesday, 20 May 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 1 June 2026. It was answered by Stephen Timms (Labour) on Friday, 5 June 2026 on behalf of the Department for Work and Pensions.

Local Housing Allowance: Poole

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what assessment he has made of the potential financial impact of maintaining Local Housing Allowance at current levels for another year on low income renters in Poole constituency.

Answer

At Autumn Budget 2025, the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions reviewed Local Housing Allowance (LHA) and decided to maintain rates at their current levels for 2026/27. Rent levels across Great Britian, were considered alongside other factors, such as welfare priorities and support currently available within the challenging fiscal context.

LHA rates are reviewed annually and future decisions on LHA will be taken in the context of the Government’s welfare priorities, and the fiscal context.

The new multi-year Crisis and Resilience Fund (CRF) gives councils more stable funding to support households in financial difficulty and to prevent crises before they occur. Renters facing a shortfall can apply for the CRF Housing Payment in England.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
3725
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Low incomes Local housing allowance Rented housing Poole
Link
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