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Houses in Multiple Occupation

P003167 - 10 March 2026

Presentations: 1
Presenters: 1

At a Glance

This petition concerning houses in multiple occupation was presented to Parliament once by 1 MP.

Issue Summary

The rise in houses in multiple occupation (HMOs) within the Old Bexley and Sidcup constituency is causing detrimental impacts on the local community, including antisocial behaviour, parking pressures, and strain on local amenities and services. The petitioners are concerned about the loss of family homes and the insufficiency of local council powers to address this issue.

Action Requested

The petitioners request that the House of Commons urges the Government to introduce new legislation to prevent the conversion of family homes into HMOs and asks the Mayor of London to ensure the next London plan protects family homes in Bexley from being divided into HMOs.

Key Facts

  • Over 2,300 local residents have signed the petition. A corresponding online petition has received 2,347 signatures.

Presentation Timeline

MPs presented this petition on the following dates. Each card shows the presenters and any recorded remarks.

Presented
10 March 2026
Old Bexley and Sidcup
The rise in houses in multiple occupation within the Old Bexley and Sidcup constituency is having a profound impact on the local community, leading to antisocial behaviour, parking pressures and pressure on local amenities and services. Over 2,300 local residents have shown their support for preventing more family homes from being converted to HMOs through this petition and a corresponding online petition. The petition states:
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