HC Deb 18 October 1971 vol 823 c76W
Mr. Redmond

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment whether he is satisfied that the amounts allowed under Schedule 1 of the Housing Act, 1969, to assist in the provision of baths, wash hand basins, sinks and water closets in houses where these facilities are lacking are still adequate for the purpose in question; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Channon

My right hon. Friend has no evidence that owners are being deterred from installing the standard amenities by the level of the existing grant limits. He would be prepared to consider the case for raising these limits if it were supported by details of the cost of actual schemes.