§ Brian WhiteTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport, Local Government and the Regions when he intends to consult on how to tackle poor standards amongst certain managers of property let on residential long leases; and if he will make a statement. [46928]
§ Ms KeebleMy Department intends to issue a consultation paper entitled "Improving the Standard of Residential Leasehold Management" on Friday 5 April. The paper is a response to widespread concern about the variable standards of management in the residential leasehold sector. It explores various options for improving standards, each of which has its own advantages and disadvantages.
The Government is issuing this paper to stimulate a constructive and informed debate which will assist us in making our decision. Copies of the paper will be placed in the House Library.