Written Question·Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government·UIN 57265

Empty Dwelling Management Orders

Tabled: 4 June 2025
Answered: 16 June 2025

Question

Kevin Hollinrake

Conservative — Thirsk and Malton

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, pursuant to the Answer of 30 April 2025 to Question 46286 on Housing, whether she plans to (a) bring forward legislative proposals and (b) update guidance on Empty Dwelling Manag

Answer

Matthew Pennycook
As set out in the Devolution White paper, we are committed to strengthening local authority powers to take over the management of vacant residential premises. Further updates will be provided in due course.