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Written question asked by Andrew Rosindell (Conservative) on Thursday, 26 July 2007, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 8 October 2007. It was answered by Iain Wright (Labour) on Monday, 8 October 2007 on behalf of the Department for Communities and Local Government.


Council Housing: Overcrowding

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government how many council tenants in London are classed as living in overcrowded accommodation.
Answer

Based on data derived from the Survey of English Housing it is estimated that over the period 2003-04 to 2005-06 an average of 62,000 households living in council housing in London were in overcrowded conditions, as defined by the Bedroom Standard.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
154383; 464 c19W
Session
2006-07
Subjects
Council housing Greater London Overcrowding
Link
View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk