Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Mark Hoban and Sheryll Murray

Tuesday 10th May 2011 Commons Chamber

[Mr Hoban]

Everyone in the House will understand the challenges that face many first-time buyers in trying to save up for a deposit. That is why we announced this scheme at the time of the Budget, which has been widely welcomed. We should also recognise that a number of lenders are now reducing the loan-to-value ratio, to enable more first-time buyers to get on to the housing ladder with a smaller deposit.

[Sheryll Murray (South East Cornwall) (Con)]

10. What steps he is taking to support investment in the regions.