Coastal Communities: Government Support

Debate between Nesil Caliskan and Amanda Martin

Monday 1st June 2026 Commons Chamber

[Nesil Caliskan]

I am always happy to have a cup of tea with colleagues, and especially my hon. Friend.

I will turn to the important points made about holiday lets, which particularly impact coastal communities. The Government have committed almost £40 billion to the social and affordable homes programme, which is important for the delivery of houses and affordable homes more generally.

[Amanda Martin]

Does my hon. Friend agree that, as well as housing, education is vital, and that is really missing in coastal communities, so our constituencies are often seen at the bottom of league tables?

[Nesil Caliskan]

That is a very important point. As my hon. Friend will know, education is a top priority for the Government, which is why we have seen record investment. I believe that coastal communities will benefit from that commitment.