HC Deb 17 June 1948 vol 452 cc73-4W
73. Mr. Sorensen

asked the Minister of Health in view of the many causes of friction and resentment arising between tenants in the same house and between tenants and landlords, if he will appoint a committee to consider means of easing the problem by a statutory definition of tenants rights and responsibilities respecting common usage of bathing and kitchen facilities, noise, accommodation of perambulators and other matters; whether special attention will be given to the need of security of tenure and inequitable indirect charges in respect of furnished rooms; and whether legislation to embody suitable recommendations will be introduced.

Mr. Bevan

I do not think that a special inquiry is needed, but all the points referred to have been noted for consideration when it becomes possible to introduce legislation amending the Rent Restrictions Acts. I can, however, hold out no early prospect of such a Measure.