Leasehold ban in England and Wales unlikely before next general election
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- Category: Business
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-29 13:26 UTC
- Sources: The Guardian Business
Housing minister Matthew Pennycook stated that a ban on new leasehold properties in England and Wales is unlikely to be implemented until after the next election. He argued that ending the system must be done slowly.
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