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<p>The Government is clear that unfair practices have no place in a modern housing
market. That is why we are putting pressure on developers and freeholders to vary
onerous lease terms, such as those with doubling ground rents. Some developers have
introduced schemes to assist individuals which is welcome, but this support must be
extended to include second hand buyers, and leaseholders proactively contacted. We
are keeping a close eye on progress and will consider taking further action as necessary.</p><p>We
are also working with the Law Commission to make it faster, fairer and cheaper for
existing leaseholders to extend their lease or buy the freehold. In addition, we have
worked with Trading Standards to ensure there is better information on redress, and
they recently published guidance to help leaseholders understand where to go if things
go wrong, and how they can access support.</p>
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