Written question asked by Jas Athwal (Labour) on Thursday, 22 January 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 26 January 2026. It was answered by Matthew Pennycook (Labour) on Friday, 30 January 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.
Leasehold: Ground Rent
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what steps is he taking to ensure that all leaseholders, including existing leaseholders, have their ground rent reduced to a peppercorn.
- Answer
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Through the draft Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Bill published on 27 January 2026, the government is proposing to cap ground rent at £250 per year, before changing to a peppercorn in 40 years.
For further information, I refer the hon. Member to the Written Ministerial Statement made on 27 January 2026 (HCWS1278).
Secondary information
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- Written question
- Reference
- 107876
- Session
- 2024-26
- Related items
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Statement by the Minister of State for Housing and Planning
Tuesday, 27 January 2026
Written statements
House of Commons
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- Yes
- Subjects
- Leasehold Ground rent
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