§ Mr. Russell Johnstonasked the Secretary of State for the Environment what is the estimated cost to the Exchequer and 392W to local authorities of the provision of accommodation provided or subsidised by local authorities in England in terms of the National Assistance Act for 1973–74.
§ Mr. AlisonI have been asked to-reply.
Revenue expenditure, including loan charges but excluding administration costs, on the provision in England of accommodation under Sections 21 and 26 of the Act is estimated at £85 million for 1973–74.