Lord Holmes of Richmond
Main Page: Lord Holmes of Richmond (Conservative - Life peer)(8 years, 8 months ago)
Lords ChamberThe noble Lord, Lord Goddard, pointed out the figures in his supplementary question. That is why Article 4 directions are very useful in stopping some of that exodus of much-needed office space where it is not appropriate.
My Lords, I am slightly confused—perhaps my noble friend can assist. I am slightly surprised that this Question is being answered by a Minister from DCLG. Bearing in mind the exact wording of the Question, is this not something for the Home Office?
I thank my noble friend. I speak for the Government as a Minister. However, I appreciate my noble friend’s great sense of humour.