Question to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government:

To ask the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, what steps his Department is taking to support people with rising rent costs.

Individuals who need help to make their rent payments may be eligible for a range of financial support through the welfare system. The Government has maintained the Local Housing Allowance at its increased rate for 2021/22 and 2022/23. For those most in need, Discretionary Housing Payments are available to help meet a shortfall in housing costs, and the Household Support Fund has been extended to help with the cost of essentials.