Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Brandon Lewis and Steven Paterson

Monday 14th September 2015 Commons Chamber

[Brandon Lewis]

Yes, my hon. Friend makes a very good point. The need for starter homes and affordable homes for people to purchase is as important in rural areas as it is in urban areas, and I am delighted that we will be able to take that project forward and see 200,000 starter homes delivered for first-time buyers across the country.

[Steven Paterson (Stirling) (SNP)]

12. What steps his Department has taken to stimulate the building of affordable housing; and what steps he is taking to help young people buy a home for the first time.