Member

In conclusion, I agree that we need to improve the quality of homes; what I am concerned about, when I think of renters in this situation today, is that some of this legislation will drive down the amount of property available, particularly in rural communities. We need to keep bearing in mind, when we do all this legislation, who it is we are trying to help. Of course, we want the rogue landlords to go. Of course, we want nicer homes for people. But ultimately people choose to live in the countryside—that is where they have grown up, or whatever it is—and we need to make sure that they can continue to have a home there. That is why I have tabled this amendment.