§ Mr. Kinnockasked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he will seek powers to ensure that when building operations cease on housing sites following the bankruptcy of developers local councils have automatic authority to remove unsightly or dangerous buildings, vehicles and materials.
§ Mr. ChannonLocal authorities already have powers, under the Public Health Acts 1936 and 1961, to deal with dangerous buildings and with statutory nuisances, and I have no evidence that further powers are needed.