§ Dr. Lynne JonesTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment, Transport and the Regions what assessment he has made of the advantages of increasing protection for home owners in flats whose property lies on leasehold land. [3126]
§ Mr. RaynsfordWe are committed to simplifying the current rules restricting the purchase of freeholds by leaseholders when a suitable legislative opportunity arises. We will consult on our proposals in due course. Meanwhile, we will lay before the House shortly Orders to implement the provisions of the Housing Act 1996 which will transfer jurisdiction for determining disputes over service charges to Leasehold Valuation Tribunals.