§ 26. Mr. Rookerasked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he is satisfied with the operation of the consultation process within the tenants' charter; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. John PattenLocal authorities are free to decide what in their opinion are matters of housing management on which they must consult their secure tenants, and on the means of consultation. I am aware that in some local authorities consultation is said to be minimal. I am keen to see the dissemination of good practices among local authorities leading to greater involvement by tenants.