HC Deb 25 March 1969 vol 780 c246W
40. Mr. Carter-Jones

asked the Minister of Housing and Local Government if he will take steps to prevent solicitors, estate agents and others from charging six guineas or more for the National House Builders Registration Council's certificate for which the proper charge is 1s.; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. MacColl

The Council's rules enable them to deal effectively with the few cases of this sort brought to their notice which involve builders and those acting for them. My right hon. Friend does not consider, therefore, that any steps on his part are necessary, but the Council knows that it has his support in this matter.