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Housing: Access

Asked by Marsha De CordovaLabourMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled Answered 3 July 2025UIN 63043

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To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what recent discussions she has had with Homes England on building accessible homes.

Answered by Matthew Pennycook

Grant funding allocated through the Affordable Homes Programme 2021-26, which is delivered by Homes England outside of London, can be used for supported housing, including specialist housing.

The government will shortly set out its policies on accessible new build housing, reinforcing our commitment to ensuring everyone has access to a safe, suitable home.

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