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Guy Opperman

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Replacement of the Chancellor of the Exchequer
Monday 17th October 2022

(2 years, 1 month ago)

Commons Chamber
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Andrew Stephenson Portrait Andrew Stephenson
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We are working closely with local councils to understand where the pressures are, and actively exploring options to find suitable long-term accommodation for a range of different asylum-seeker cohorts. I would be more than happy to meet the hon. Lady to discuss the specific challenges in her area.

Guy Opperman Portrait Guy Opperman (Hexham) (Con)
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On investment zones, can I urge the Secretary of State to consider mixed-use zones that feature housing and pension fund investments similar to what is seen in the Netherlands?

Simon Clarke Portrait Mr Simon Clarke
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I thank my hon. Friend for his question. It is a very perceptive one. We believe that zones can support both housing and jobs. Clearly, in some cases that could be on the same site.

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