Industry has maintained its support and is convinced that the HCR will become a mandatory element of the pack, as soon as their worth has been proven.
AHIPP and its members have unanimously identified a number of key issues and recommendations they believe are vital for the future success of packs. These issues have been communicated to the government and include recommendations on timings and the rate of implementation.
Mike Ockenden, director-general for AHIPP, said: “We will continue to strongly support the HIPs programme to ensure that consumers get the full benefits of this vital home buying and selling reform. Reassurance must now be offered by the government to the industry, and in particular the thousands of individuals currently undertaking training to become Home Inspectors, to ensure continued confidence. Industry was ready to produce full HIPs from 1 June 2007 and we want to get this reform back on track.
“As we have continually stated, we still believe that the HCR should become mandatory as soon as the dry run proves their worth – which it will. HCRs offer huge benefits for consumers and form a vital element of the HIP.”
