HC Deb 05 May 1976 vol 910 c361W
24. Mr. Wigley

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he will seek powers to enable local authorities to make grants to help first-time house purchasers on low incomes, with the cost of a deposit of up to £500 or 10 per cent. of purchase price.

Mr. Armstrong

The position of first-time purchasers is being considered in the course of the housing finance review.