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Written question asked by Lord Kirkwood of Kirkhope (Liberal Democrat) on Monday, 7 September 2015, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 21 September 2015. It was answered by Lord Bates (Conservative) on Monday, 21 September 2015 on behalf of the Home Office.


Private Rented Housing

Question

To ask Her Majesty’s Government when they expect to publish the evaluation of the West Midlands pilot scheme that requires landlords to check the immigration status of tenants.

Answer

The Government is considering the findings of an evaluation of the first phase of the right to rent scheme. The Government has also sought the views of experts in the private rented sector which will be considered together with the findings in deciding when and where the scheme is rolled out further. The Government will make a formal announcement in due course.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL1935
Session
2015-16
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Undocumented migrants Pilot schemes Private rented housing Vetting West Midlands
Link
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