Member

Turning to Amendment 47, tabled by the noble Baroness, Lady Miller of Chilthorne Domer, we understand the intention to provide clearer guidance on what might constitute an unreasonable refusal by a superior landlord. With all legislation, clarity is of the utmost importance. However, we have some reservations about the breadth and subjectivity of the language proposed. Terms such as “generalised fear” and “personal opinion” may prove difficult to define or enforce in practice. We are not unsympathetic to the spirit of the amendment, but we believe that further refinement would be required to ensure legal certainty and maintain a workable balance of interests.