§ 37. Mr. Thurnhamasked the Secretary of State for the Environment how many secure tenants have had their applications to buy their homes under the Housing Act 1980 refused during the last 12 months on the grounds of defective title; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. John PattenI am only aware of cases which have occurred in Bolton, where I understand 42 right-to-buy applications have so far been refused on this ground.