HC Deb 28 November 1990 vol 181 cc405-6W
Mr. Hannam

To ask the Secretary of State for the Environment what guidance he has issued to social services departments regarding the new system of disabled facilities grants.

Mr. Key

A departmental circular 10/90 on "House Adaptations for People with Disabilities" was issued jointly with the Department of Health on 18 June 1990. Copies were sent to all local housing and social services authorities.

Mr. Hannam

To ask the Secretary of State for the Environment what steps he is taking to monitor the impact of the system of disabled facilities grants and the impact of the means test on disabled people.

Mr. Key

The Department is undertaking a sample survey of 40 local authorities in England to monitor activity under the new house renovation grants system. All aspects of the system are covered by the review including the impact of disabled facilities grants and the test of resources.