HC Deb 29 April 1935 vol 301 cc22-3
31. Mr. THORNE (for Mr. HICKS)

asked the Minister of Health whether he will institute legislation enforcing an obligation on all persons selling houses built after an appointed date to supply a general specification of the property to all purchasers?

Sir H. YOUNG

While I fully appreciate the object which the hon. Member has in mind, I am not satisfied that legislation on the lines suggested is necessary or desirable, or indeed that it would provide a satisfactory means of affording protection to purchasers of houses.

Mr. THORNE

Does the right hon. Gentleman think there would be any difficulty in the surveyor of a borough being called upon to supply a certificate when the houses are sold?

Sir H. YOUNG

Yes, I think there might very well be practical difficulties.

Mr. MORGAN JONES

Will the right hon. Gentleman instruct the officers of his Department to consider whether they cannot suggest alternative proposals for effecting the purpose which is desired?

Sir H. YOUNG

The hon. Member may be assured that such matters are always under review.