§ Mrs. MahonTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment what plans he has to encourage the independent rented sector to make adequate provision for a continuation of the principles of mobility as embraced in the national mobility scheme.
§ Mr. TrippierMy right hon. Friend fully recognises the importance of tenant mobility. With his approval, the Housing Corporation will shortly be issuing guidance to registered housing associations on the management of their housing accommodation. Amongst other things, this will make it clear that associations are expected to respond to the mobility needs of their tenants and to participate actively in national and local mobility and exchange schemes.