HC Deb 23 April 2002 vol 384 c177W
28. Mr. Todd

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, Local Government and the Regions what steps he is taking to ensure that local authorities are able to deal effectively with antisocial behaviour. [49422]

Ms Keeble

The Department has recently issued a consultation paper, "Tackling Anti-Social Tenants", which is directed towards enabling social landlords to tackle anti-social behaviour more effectively. The proposals and guidance in the consultation paper cover the fundamental areas of enforcement, prevention and rehabilitation. Copies have been placed in the Libraries of the House.

33. Ms Ward

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, Local Government and the Regions what steps he is taking to give local authorities additional powers to deal with antisocial behaviour. [49427]

Ms Keeble

The Department has recently issued a consultation paper, Tackling Anti-Social Tenants, which is directed towards enabling social landlords to tackle anti-social behaviour more effectively. The paper includes proposed new powers for social landlords. Copies have been placed in the Libraries of the House.