§ Mr. Clemitsonasked the Secretary of State for the Environment how many successful prosecutions for harassment have been brought against landlords since the passing of the Rent Act 1974.
§ Mr. Alexander W. LyonI have been asked to reply.
Proceedings for harassment are taken under the Rent Act 1965. The Rent Act 1974 came into operation on 14th August, 1974, and between 1st August and 31st December, 1974 17 persons were found guilty of this offence. Figures for 1975 are not yet available.