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Written question asked by Earl Russell (Liberal Democrat), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 20 July 1995. It was answered by Lord Lucas (Conservative) on Thursday, 20 July 1995.


Lucas, Lord

Question
Whether HMG will explain their announcement in Our Future Homes (Cm 2901, page 36) that allocation schemes for social tenancies "should balance specific housing needs against the need to support married couples who take a responsible approach to family life"; whether this announces an intention to discriminate against unmarried partners; what is meant by "a sensible approach" and who will be the judge of it; and how this aim is to be enforced.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
566 c45WA
Session
1994-95
Subjects
Council housing Housing Functions Homelessness Local government Married people Single people