“…r that be starter homes, flats and apartments for those commuting, student accommodation, family accommodation, supported living or properties for those wishing to downsize. While it is important to build, it is also vital to consider the types of homes that are being built to ensure that need is met.”
Record by topic
- Learning disability & autism446th of 9058.0
- NHS waiting lists208th of 5438.0
- Public health & prevention378th of 7004.0
- Unpaid carers155th of 2964.0
- Mental health759th of 8902.0
Also active on nhs waiting lists
What they’ve said
“…Likewise, we need to understand how accurate housing waiting lists are and when they were last reviewed. Circumstances change, and it is only with a timely review that a more accurate and transparent assessment can be made of the number of dwellings actually needed, as well as ensuring that the list is assessing accura…”
Social Housing Bill [HL] · 2026-07-20 · Read on Hansard ↗
“…I remain particularly concerned that, at a time when housing waiting lists remain high, we should do everything possible in our power to ensure that social housing properties are occupied by those who are entitled to them and that homes do not remain vacant for longer than necessary.”
Social Housing Bill [HL] · 2026-06-17 · Read on Hansard ↗
“…Given the pressure on waiting lists across the country, every property recovered through anti-fraud activity represents an opportunity to house someone who is legitimately entitled to that support. In 2024-25, there were just 476 evictions for illegal subletting.”
Social Housing Bill [HL] · 2026-06-17 · Read on Hansard ↗
“…eks to ensure that vulnerable groups such as older tenants, veterans, care leavers, disabled people, those with mental health conditions and families with children in temporary accommodation have the necessary statutory provision.”
Social Housing Bill [HL] · 2026-06-17 · Read on Hansard ↗
“…The second aspect is the council waiting list, which has been referenced here many times this afternoon. It appears that the size of waiting lists is sometimes championed in the same way as “My dad is bigger than your dad”.”
Social Housing Bill [HL] · 2026-06-01 · Read on Hansard ↗
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