§ Mr. Hugh Jenkinsasked the Attorney-General what is the average cost of conveyancing in connection with the sale of private houses by individuals; if he is satisfied that the sums paid reasonably relate to the cost of the service provided; and if not if he will refer the matter to the Price Commission.
The Solicitor-GeneralThe figure asked for is not available. Charges for conveyancing must by order be fair and reasonable having regard to all the circumstances of the case. It is open to the client to have the charge reassessed by the Law Society or by the court.
§ Mr. Hugh Jenkinsasked the Attorney-General if he will seek to establish how the cost of conveyancing in connection with the sale of private houses by individuals in Great Britain compares with what takes place elsewhere with a view to introducing legislation on the subject; and if he will make a statement.
The Solicitor-GeneralThese figures are not available. Systems of land tenure in other countries vary greatly and consequently any comparison of conveyancing costs between such countries and Great Britain would be of little value.