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Chris Seeks Clarity On Qualifying For Places of Worship Renewal Fund

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Monday, 9 February, 2026
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WQ PlacesOfW 9Feb26

Chris Seeks Clarity On Qualifying For Places of Worship Renewal Fund

Christopher Chope Conservative, Christchurch

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, for what reason the new Places of Worship Renewal Fund is open to applications from places of worship which are not listed; and whether the new Places of Worship Renewal Fund is open to applications from all places of worship irrespective of denomination.

Ian Murray The Minister of State, Department for Culture, Media and Sport, Minister of State (Department for Science, Innovation and Technology)

The Places of Worship Renewal Fund (PWRF) will only be targeted at listed places of worship. PWRF will be open to applications from all faiths and denominations. Further details regarding the eligibility criteria and application process, will be published in due course.

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