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Written question asked by Lord Rooker (Labour Independent), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Lord McNally (Liberal Democrat) on Tuesday, 16 November 2010.


Foreign Heads of State: UK Property

Question
To ask Her Majesty’s Government whether foreign Heads of State purchasing private property in the United Kingdom are required to inform Her Majesty's Government.
Answer

Foreign heads of state are not required to inform Her Majesty's Government if they buy private property in the United Kingdom. However, the same rules apply to these transactions as apply to others, including any requirements relating to registration of title.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
3445; 722 c188WA
Session
2010-12
Subjects
Disclosure of information Heads of state Property Sales
Link
View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk