HC Deb 02 February 1965 vol 705 c257W
65. Mr. Prior

asked the Minister of Housing and Local Government, whether he will change his instructions contained in Circular No. 29/62, Practice Note 39 (c), stating that replacement of existing but obsolete, damaged or inefficient facilities and equipment do not qualify for improvement grant.

Mr. Mellish

No. There is no power to pay grants for this purpose.