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Register of Derelict Buildings
25 October 2023
Lead MP
Nicholas Fletcher
Debate Type
General Debate
Tags
Local Government
Other Contributors: 1
At a Glance
Nicholas Fletcher raised concerns about register of derelict buildings in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.
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
Proposes a Bill that would mandate local authorities to create and maintain registers of derelict buildings in their areas, aiming to address the significant problem of neglect in urban and rural settings. The proposal includes defining what constitutes a derelict building, identifying such structures through existing records and community input, and providing a process for classification and objection.
Don Valley
Outlines the issue of dereliction in his constituency, citing specific examples like Denison House and other buildings that are neglected despite being listed. He emphasises the lack of data on derelict sites nationwide and proposes a register to identify these structures systematically, allowing for informed decision-making regarding their management.
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