HC Deb 10 May 1966 vol 728 c45W
56. Mr. Wellbeloved

asked the Minister of Housing and Local Government if he will issue an explanatory booklet setting out the powers of local authorities in respect of overcrowding, insanitary conditions and dilapidation of tenanted property.

Mr. Mellish

My right hon. Friend doubts whether such a booklet would be of great value to tenants. The powers available in various Acts are wide and complicated and often need to be considered in the light of particular circumstances. A tenant living in unsatisfactory conditions would be best advised to consult his town hall.

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