I am afraid that I am not an expert on house prices in Milton Keynes—
I know that it is a dereliction of my duty. I accept the criticism, and I will consider my position. What else can I say? It is an abject failure. [Interruption.] Here comes the Opposition Chief Whip.
I understand the hon. Gentleman’s concerns about high house prices—for first-time buyers in particular—which we all share. However, we have a done a great deal—rather more than the previous Government—to try to ameliorate the situation.
Business of the House
Proceeding contribution from
Jack Straw
(Labour)
in the House of Commons on Thursday, 1 February 2007.
It occurred during Business statement on Business of the House.
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