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He
says: "The community has degenerated due to the expansion of
student numbers at the two universities."
"When
the universities were first built they didn't plan for the increase
of student numbers that has occurred over the years.
"The
students are not to blame for the destruction of the area."
More
problems
Mr Best says the continued expansion of the universities in
Leeds is only going to cause more problems: "When you plan
to make it worse you should be seen for what you are - reckless."
He
also wants his fellow MPs to take action.
"The
issue is finally receiving national acknowledgment. There is currently
a bill put forward by Des Turner MP, which among other things is
asking for legislation on licensing of shared houses.
"I
have campaigned endlessly for the registration of shared houses
and try to persuade people we must tackle the problem of degeneration
head on. However this is difficult when no help is offered from
the universities."
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