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BUTTERFIELDS ESTATE
20 April 2016
Lead MP
Stella Creasy
Debate Type
Adjournment Debate
Tags
EconomyTaxationHousing
Other Contributors: 1
At a Glance
Stella Creasy raised concerns about butterfields estate in the House of Commons. A government minister responded. Other MPs also contributed.
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
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.
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
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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