Written questions by Glover.

Communities and Local Government, with reference to the Renters Rights Act 2025, whether he is taking steps to extend the right to request permission to keep a pet to people living in social housing.

Awaiting answer.

Communities and Local Government, what discussions he has had with the Secretary of State for Transport on the proposed creation of new permitted development rights.

The government recently amended existing permitted development rights in respect of electric vehicle (EV) charging points through the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) (Amendment) Order 2025. The Department for Transport recently consulted on a series of other changes to various permitted development rights for EV charging. That consultation can be found on gov.uk here.

Communities and Local Government, what discussions he has had with operators of integrated retirement communities on ensuring older people from all income groups can access the sector.

I refer the hon. Member to the answer given to Question UIN 87630 on 11 November 2025.

Communities and Local Government, what assessment he has made with Cabinet colleagues of the potential merits of housing with care for older people in the Government's social care strategy.

I refer the hon. Member to the answer given to Question UIN 87630 on 11 November 2025.

Communities and Local Government, if he will make an assessment of the potential implications for his policies of New Zealand's housing-with-care sector and the supply of new homes in that country.

As part of our commitment to enhancing provision and choice for older people in the housing market, my Department continues to consider a range of overseas systems.

Communities and Local Government, what steps she is taking with Cabinet colleagues to increase funding for parks and green spaces.

The government is firmly committed to creating better access to parks and green spaces for all sections of society. They are an essential part of local social infrastructure which supports more connected, stronger communities.Whilst responsibility for funding, managing and maintaining urban parks lies mainly with local authorities, the government is committed to supporting Local Authorities in developing best practice to manage parks and green spaces.The new £1.5 billon Plan for Neighbourhoods will deliver up to £20 million of funding and support over the next decade into 75 communities across the UK, this will include creating and improving green spaces and community gardens.

Communities and Local Government, what support she is providing to maintain the roles of (a) parish and town clerks and (b) responsible financial officers on local councils.

Town and parish council clerks and responsible financial officers do vital work which enables councils to represent their communities. The department supports town and parish council officers by establishing clear frameworks for councillor standards and council finances, which allow them to excel in their roles. To stay abreast of evolving requirements of these roles and provide support, the department collaborates closely with the Society for Local Council Clerks and the National Association of Local Councils.

Communities and Local Government, if she will have discussions with Cabinet colleagues on the potential merits of reforming the electoral system used to elect Members of Parliament.

The Government has no plans to change the voting system for Parliamentary elections.

Communities and Local Government, if she will have discussions with Cabinet colleagues on the potential merits of reforming the electoral system used to elect Members of Parliament.

I refer the hon Member to the answer given to Question UIN 5974 on 14 October 2024.