HC Deb 26 February 1997 vol 291 c232W
Mr. Gallie

To ask the Secretary of state for Scotland what plans he has to reform the law on leasehold casualties in Scotland. [18244]

Mr. Raymond S. Robertson

In view of the difficulties which are being caused to some tenants by the operation of the existing law on leasehold casualties, my right hon. Friend has formally written to the Scottish Law Commission asking commissionersTo consider the law on leasehold casualties and advise on possible reforms". I hope that the commission will be able to consult and report by March 1998.

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