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Member

Speaking in the House of Commons on 25 March 2026

Debate

Voluntary Groups and Community Centres

Contribution

Thirdly, we need to recognise both revenue and capital pressures. It is not enough to support programmes while ignoring the condition of the buildings that they are run from. Roofs, heating, maintenance, equipment, accessibility and energy costs all determine whether a centre can stay open and serve local people properly.

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