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House of Commons · Adjournment Debate

BUTTERFIELDS ESTATE

20 April 2016 · 1 other contributor

Opened by Stella Creasy Labour (Co-op) Walthamstow

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At a glance

Stella Creasy raised concerns about butterfields estate in the House of Commons. A government minister responded. Other MPs also contributed.

Key points

  • Stella Creasy raised concerns about speculative developers and letting agents exploiting an uncompetitive housing market on the Butterfields estate in Walthamstow.
  • Minister Brandon Lewis acknowledged the concerns and highlighted the Government's efforts to protect tenants' rights through the Housing and Planning Bill.
  • Lewis mentioned the introduction of measures aimed at cracking down on rogue landlords and improving standards in the private rented sector.

How the debate unfolded

MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said.

Opened the debate

Stella Creasy Labour (Co-op) Walthamstow

Tonight, Stella Creasy raised concerns about the future of the Butterfields estate in Walthamstow. She highlighted how speculative developers and letting agents are exploiting people in an uncompetitive housing market, leading to sixteen tenants being served with notices to quit their homes. The story involves a company buying 63 flats from a charity without informing the residents, causing significant distress among long-term tenants. Creasy also discussed NatWest’s role in financing this purchase despite the potential negative impact on residents and communities. She urged the Minister to raise these issues with NatWest directly and to reconsider landlord licensing laws and tenant protections.

Other contributors (1)
  • Brandon Lewis Con Great Yarmouth

    Lewis acknowledged the difficulties faced by residents of the Butterfields estate and expressed pride in the Government's efforts to increase house building. He also offered support for negotiations between Dolphin Living and new landlords, while emphasising the importance of supply and affordability in the private rented sector.

Government Response

Brandon Lewis

Minister Brandon Lewis responded by acknowledging the concerns raised about the Butterfields estate. He highlighted the Government's efforts to increase housing supply and protect tenants' rights. He mentioned the introduction of the Housing and Planning Bill aimed at cracking down on rogue landlords and improving standards in the private rented sector. Lewis offered support for negotiations between Dolphin Living and new landlords but did not explicitly commit to engaging with NatWest regarding their role in financing the purchase.

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