§ 26. Mr. HawkinsTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment what further plans he has to deal with problems arising from the proliferation of houses in multiple occupation, with particular reference to seaside resorts. [33399]
§ Mr. CurryThe planning powers introduced in April 1994, requiring planning permission for a change of use from hotel or guest house to hostel, together with our proposals to strengthen local authorities' existing housing powers, published last week, will provide considerable control over the impact on local tourism in seaside resorts.
§ Mr. Bill MichieTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment if he will make a statement on his reasons for not introducing a national licensing scheme for houses in multiple occupation. [33644]
§ Mr. ClappisonI refer the hon. Member to the reply that I gave the hon. Member for Makerfield (Mr. McCartney) on 13 July,Official Report, column 723.