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Clauses 4 to 7 are the heart of the Bill, because clause 4 sets out the licensing regime that we wish to introduce.

I thank my hon. Friend for that intervention. There are a number of different existing models.

I should say from the outset that I agree with the thrust of the amendment, but we need to look at the issue in some detail to ensure that i

I thank the Minister for setting out the position that the Government will take.

I share the hon. Gentleman’s view that we need to meet the need, but we first have to establish what the need is.

I thank my hon. Friend for that intervention.

Clause 2 builds on the advice to be provided to the Secretary of State and covers local housing strategies.

I thank the Minister for her remarks and her support for the Bill generally. I also thank the hon.

It is a pleasure to serve under your chairmanship for the first time, Mr Efford.

indicated dissent.