Written question asked by Lord Greaves (Liberal Democrat), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Baroness Andrews (Labour) on Monday, 25 June 2007.

Housing: Market Renewal Pathfinders

Question: asked Her Majesty's Government:What advice they have given to housing market renewal Pathfinders on providing assistance for home owners who are required to move as a result of demolition of their homes, when they need to bridge the financial gap between the market value paid for their existing property and the cost of purchasing a replacement property; and, in particular, whether such assistance should be provided by means of grants or loans or other means.

Answer: Advice on the operation of the housing market renewal programme is provided through regular correspondence and meetings with the Pathfinders. Pathfinders are expected to have regard to a number of factors in determining the relocation packages they offer to residents affected by demolition, including community consultation and value for money. Decisions on whether to provide grants, loans or other specific types of support for these residents are matters for local consideration by the Pathfinders and local authorities.

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