Dr Luke Evans, the Member of Parliament for Hinckley and Bosworth, has secured a meeting with the Immigration Minister to discuss local worries about residential properties being turned into shared houses in Hinckley, Leicestershire. The meeting, which was successfully secured on 10 March 2026, focuses on the conversion of family homes into houses in multiple occupation (HMOs) to provide accommodation for migrants.
Local residents and the Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council have expressed significant apprehension about how these housing changes impact the town. Key concerns include the pressure on local infrastructure and community cohesion as individuals are moved from hotels into local neighbourhoods.
The MP is seeking answers from the Home Office and the private contractor Serco regarding the management of these facilities. He aims to address why local feedback has reportedly been overlooked and to ensure that the availability of housing for long-term residents is protected.
In a public update following the confirmation of the meeting, Dr Evans stated he would continue to press for transparency on how the housing is used. He noted that the transition from temporary hotel stays to community-based housing requires better communication with local authorities and the public.
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