Question to the Ministry of Defence:

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what role the Armed Forces Commissioner will play in delivering his Department’s response to the Kerslake Commission.

The new Government is grateful for the work and contribution of the Kerslake Commission. Improving the condition of military housing is a priority for this Government. The Armed Forces Commissioner's remit will include all aspects of Service life which are raised by Service personnel and their family, including Service accommodation, however, responsibility for implementation and improvements to Service accommodation is for the Ministry of Defence.