Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Guy Opperman and Andrew Stephenson

Monday 17th October 2022 Commons Chamber

[Andrew Stephenson]

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 (Hexham) (Con)]

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?