Homes England: Software
The question
To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, with reference to page 104 of the MHCLG annual report and accounts 2024-25, published in July 2025, whether Homes England is now making use of the software licensing; and whether the £324,000 has been permanently lost.
Answered by Matthew Pennycook
Homes England entered into an agreement to acquire software licences for use on an investment project in early development during 2024/25. Due to delays in progressing the project, the Agency was unable to utilise the licences within that financial year, resulting in an unavoidable payment. The circumstances and financial implications are detailed in Homes England’s Annual Report and Accounts 2024/25.
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