HC Deb 17 October 1973 vol 861 c152W
44. Mrs. Doris Fisher

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he will issue a circular to local authorities suggesting high priority for sheltered housing schemes for the elderly.

Mr. Eyre

The recent White Paper, "Widening the Choice: the Next Steps in Housing", has already made it clear that the Government look to local authorities and voluntary bodies to pay particular attention to the special housing needs of the elderly. My right hon. and learned Friend is considering what new initiatives are needed.