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Written question asked by Andrew Rosindell (Conservative) on Tuesday, 15 October 2024, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 17 October 2024. It was answered by Janet Daby (Labour) on Wednesday, 23 October 2024 on behalf of the Department for Education.

Universities: Student Numbers

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Education, if she will make an assessment of the potential merits of introducing a cap on student numbers per university, in the context of recent trends in the availability of student housing.

Answer

Student accommodation is a busy part of the housing market, and this government recognises the concerns that some students may have about the availability of accommodation. As universities and landlords are private, autonomous bodies, the government has no role in student admissions or the provision of student accommodation, nor a remit to intervene in how it is allocated.

Nevertheless, the department is working with the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government to promote the importance of a strategic approach to meeting student housing needs to providers and local authorities.

The department expects universities and private landlords to review their accommodation policies to ensure they are affordable, fair, clear and promote the interests of students.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
9146
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Housing Universities Student numbers
Contains statistics
Yes
Link
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