§ Mr. RedmondTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment how far the review of housing co-operatives has progressed; whether in this review, he is taking special notice of the needs of ethnic minorities; and whether he will be initiating legislation to give recognition to co-operative tenure.
§ Mr. TrippierThe co-ops review is making good progress. Its remit is to look at all aspects of co-op promotion and support, and it is currently addressing the many issues raised in the written responses received from co-ops and other interested parties, including those mentioned by the hon. Member.