§ Mr. Stunell:To ask the Deputy Prime Minister when he plans to make an Order to bring into force the remaining provisions of the Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Act 2002, with particular reference to section 164; and if he will make a statement. [141409]
§ Keith Hill:The Office of the Deputy Prime Minister anticipates making an Order by May 2004 to bring into force the remaining provisions of the Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Act 2002. These provisions include those relating to property insurance (section 164), to the new Right to Enfranchise companies, and to accounting and forfeiture. Commencement dates will vary depending on the lead-in period needed by landlords to prepare for the changes, but section 164 should be effective by September 2004.