Simon Kirby
Main Page: Simon Kirby (Conservative - Brighton, Kemptown)(12 years, 10 months ago)
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Grant Shapps
I congratulate UK Homes 4 Heroes, which does a tremendous job. I know that 16 very dedicated people work with that charity. I also congratulate all the other charities across the country that do such great work for homeless and returning personnel. Last year I held a housing summit as part of the military covenant to try to ensure that we do everything possible to ensure that housing for people who return from having fought for this country is a No. 1 priority.
Simon Kirby (Brighton, Kemptown) (Con)
Does the Minister agree that it is vital to consult all organisations that represent ex-service personnel when framing housing policy that affects them?
Grant Shapps
Yes; my hon. Friend is absolutely right. I mentioned the housing summit a moment ago, and I invited a range of service organisations to represent those personnel. It is important to get their ideas. I have also recently written to two service organisations to invite further contributions and all ideas are welcome, so I extend that invitation across the House.