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Housing: Schools

Asked by Sir James CleverlyConservativeMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled Answered 1 April 2026UIN 122198

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To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what guidance has been given on the change of use and conversion of former school buildings to residential accommodation.

Answered by Matthew Pennycook

My Department has not issued specific guidance on the change of use and conversion of former school buildings to residential accommodation.

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