HC Deb 03 July 1975 vol 894 cc496-7W
59. Mr. Watkinson

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he will make a further statement on agricultural tied cottages.

Mr. Crosland

Both I and my right hon. Friend the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food aim to start pre-legislation consultations shortly. I am most concerned that the work needed to prepare legislation should begin, and a Bill be presented to Parliament, as speedily as can be managed.

60. Mr. David James

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment whether he has yet decided on his policy towards tied cottages in agriculture.

Mr. Crosland

Yes. I intend to abolish them.