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Monday 14th July 2025

(1 day, 13 hours ago)

Commons Chamber
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Matthew Pennycook Portrait Matthew Pennycook
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If the hon. Lady writes to me about the issue, I will certainly respond to her.

Ben Goldsborough Portrait Ben Goldsborough (South Norfolk) (Lab)
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T9. Residents in Heather Gardens and Kett’s Meadow in Hethersett have seen a 60% hike in fees from the residential management group, supposedly for playgrounds that are fenced off and just dust. What action will the Government be taking to stop these rip-off practices and support my residents in South Norfolk?

Matthew Pennycook Portrait Matthew Pennycook
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My hon. Friend raises a matter that I know is of concern to hon. Members across the House. It is precisely to protect residential freeholders in Hethersett and other freehold estates across the country from unfair charges that we will consult in the near future on how we implement the consumer protection provisions in the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024 relating to the payment of estate management charges.