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"I want to explore an option which would allow us to use the homes and properties of sanctioned individuals – as long as they are sanctioned – for humanitarian and other purposes," said Michael Gove at the weekend.

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Main image: Michael Gove described leasehold as 'an unfair form of property ownership...that needs to go', pledging to bring in legislation later this calendar year

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