HC Deb 13 December 1934 vol 296 c557
21. Mr. THORNE (for Mr. McENTEE)

asked the Minister of Health whether he is aware that if a tenant of a dwelling-house subject to the Rent Acts dies intestate his widow is entitled to retain possession, but if the tenant leaves a will the widow is denied this right; and whether he is prepared to take action to remove this anomaly?

Sir H. YOUNG

I am advised that the law is as stated by the hon. Member. The point has been noted for consideration in connection with amending legislation, but I cannot hold out any prospect of such legislation during the present Session.