HC Deb 01 June 1965 vol 713 c188W
50. Mr. Freeson

asked the Minister of Housing and Local Government if he will take steps to empower local authorities to requisition residential property which lies empty on the market for more than six months.

Mr. Crossman

Local authorities have power under existing legislation to acquire vacant houses by agreement or compulsorily if they need them to fulfil their housing responsibilities.