§ Mr. SheermanTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment what steps he is taking to ensure that smaller landlords are adequately protected under the terms of commercial leases. [22692]
§ Mr. Robert B. JonesLease terms are a private contractual matter for the parties; it is up to them to take appropriate professional advice to ensure that their leases give them adequate protection.
If the hon. Member's questions are prompted by specific cases, he may wish to write to me with details for further comments.
§ Mr. SheermanTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment what steps he is taking to ensure that commercial tenants do not gain unfair advantages through legal loopholes in commercial leases. [22691]
§ Mr. Robert B. JonesCommercial lease terms are a matter for negotiation between the parties prior to occupation. No doubt each party will seek to use its bargaining strengths but it should ensure professional advice is sought to avoid terms which are potentially damaging.
If the hon. Member's questions are prompted by specific cases he may wish to write to me with details for further comments.