§ 63. Mr. Worsleyasked the Secretary of State for the Environment whether he is satisfied that planning law is at present adequate to prevent residential accommodation being converted into hostel or hotel use; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Graham PagePlanning permission is required for any material change in the use of a building. Whether there is such a change depends on the facts of each case. I am keeping the position under review. As my hon. Friend will know, several enforcement appeals are now before me in respect of premises in his constituency.