asked the Secretary of State for Wales if he plans to take action to amend the Leasehold Reform Act 1967 to ensure (a) that all leaseholders become qualified to purchase the freehold and (b) that a fixed priced formula is established for the valuation of freeholds.

I am aware of the problems facing some leaseholders in Wales. The Government are considering whether to include in the forthcoming housing Bill provisions amending some aspects of the Leasehold Reform Act 1967.