HC Deb 02 April 1969 vol 781 cc118-9W
Mr. Alfred Morris

asked the Minister of Housing and Local Government what is the number of housebuilders registered with the National Housebuilders Registration Council; and what proportion of all new houses currently being built for sale will carry the Council's guarantees.

Mr. Greenwood

At 22nd March, 1969, 11,805 housebuilders were registered with the Council and applications from a further 786 were under consideration. It is estimated that over 95 per cent. of all new houses for sale currently being started will carry the Council's guarantees which give purchasers comprehensive protection for two years and protection against major structural defects for 10 years.