§ Mr. Barry FieldTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment what steps he is taking to modify the Housing Corporation's advice on the granting of points for a local connection in line with amendments to homeless persons legislation. [30975]
§ Mr. ClappisonThe Housing Corporation will be revising its guidance to registered social landlords about access to social housing in the light of the legislative changes currently before Parliament.
§ Mr. FieldTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment what representations he has received about the Housing Corporation ending the practice of associations awarding additional points for a local connection. [30976]
§ Mr. ClappisonThe Housing Corporation has not changed its guidance on allocations. We have received no representations on this matter.