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Housing (Rough Sleeping and Homelessness) Bill - Clause 6 Consultation
03 March 2023
Lead MP
Felicity Buchan
Debate Type
Bill Debate
Tags
Housing
Other Contributors: 4
At a Glance
Felicity Buchan raised concerns about housing (rough sleeping and homelessness) bill - clause 6 consultation in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.
Key Requests to Government:
Amendment 1 agreed to
How the Debate Unfolded
MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said:
Lead Contributor
Opened the debate
Moves amendment to confirm that licensing regulations under clause 4(1) or (3) may provide for the Secretary of State to designate the district of every local housing authority in England. The aim is to future-proof legislation and prevent rogue landlords from moving between areas without regulation.
Roger Gale
Con
Herne Bay and Sandwich
Supports the amendments proposed, highlighting that they provide clarity in the Bill. Emphasises the need to consult local housing authorities and social services authorities rather than the Local Government Association to ensure local views are heard.
Bob Blackman
Con
Harrow East
Supports amendment 1, stating it prevents rogue landlords from moving to areas without regulations and continues to exploit vulnerable tenants. Also supports amendment 2 for its inclusion of needs assessments and highlights the importance of local authorities being consulted directly.
Nickie Aiken
Con
Cities of London and Westminster
Supports the idea of grouping councils together to ensure cost-effectiveness and better service provision. Recommends the Minister consider this approach.
Bob Blackman
Con
Harrow East
The Bill aims to regulate supported housing market to prevent vulnerable tenants from being exploited by rogue landlords, who force residents into damaging practices such as prostitution and substance abuse. The cost of living crisis exacerbates the need for this regulation.
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