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House of Commons · Adjournment Debate

Fire Safety Remediation: Leaseholders

01 March 2021 · 1 other contributor

Opened by Stephen Morgan Lab Portsmouth South

Housing

Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.

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At a glance

Stephen Morgan raised concerns about fire safety remediation: leaseholders in the House of Commons. A government minister responded. Other MPs also contributed.

Key points

  • MP highlighted difficulties leaseholders face in securing funds for remediation of unsafe non-ACM cladding.
  • Minister acknowledged concerns and outlined the Government's five-point plan, including 3.5 billion in funding.
  • Minister stated that money will be allocated by September this year to expedite remediation works.

How the debate unfolded

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

Opened the debate

Stephen Morgan Lab Portsmouth South

The MP highlighted the ongoing difficulties leaseholders face in securing funds for the remediation of unsafe non-ACM cladding through the building safety fund. He cited statistics and personal stories from constituents, emphasising that residents are liable to large costs due to no fault of their own. Morgan urged the Government to ensure rapid disbursement of funds, remove cost burdens from leaseholders, prioritise affordability in funding schemes, and set a timeline for remediation completion.

Other contributors (1)
  • Matt Rodda Lab Reading East

    The MP echoed the concerns raised by Morgan, focusing on similar issues affecting Reading and Woodley. He highlighted the problems faced by residents in blocks under 18 metres and the need for reassessment of these challenges.

Government Response

Christopher Pincher

The Minister acknowledged the concerns raised about leaseholders facing significant costs due to unsafe cladding. He outlined the Government's five-point plan, including £3.5 billion in funding for remediation and a new developer levy targeting large property owners. The minister also addressed specific questions regarding the building safety fund, emphasising that money will be allocated by September this year and highlighting efforts to expedite remediation works while protecting leaseholders from unfair costs. He reiterated plans for enforcement actions against non-compliant building owners.

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