Written questions

Temporary Accommodation: Procurement

2026-06-15 · Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government · 10291 · Official question

Mr Andrew Snowden

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what measures are being considered to improve value for money in the procurement of temporary accommodation.

Answer

The government is committed to helping councils invest in good-quality, value-for-money temporary accommodation, reducing reliance on expensive Bed and Breakfast and nightly paid accommodation, and supporting local authorities to develop effective deliver...