Business of the House

Chris Murray Excerpts

Thursday 12th November 2026 Commons Chamber

[Sir Alan Campbell]

Yes, I will.

[Chris Murray (Edinburgh East and Musselburgh) (Lab)]

Last week, over 100 of my constituents received a letter saying that the building they were living in was going to be sold and that they would have to move in the new year—this being in winter in Scotland and during Edinburgh’s housing crisis. I understand that, following meetings with me and a big backlash from local residents, that move has been postponed, but people do not know for how long, or what their situation is. Will the Leader of the House make time for a debate about protecting people and giving them assurance in their homes, and will he work with the Scottish Government, because, of course, housing policy is devolved in Scotland?

[Sir Alan Campbell]

We have legislated through the Renters’ Rights Act 2025 to protect renters in England, but as my hon. Friend says, housing is a devolved matter. I hope the Scottish Government will take action on his concerns; if not, I am sure he will continue to find ways to keep raising this issue until a resolution is found.