HC Deb 18 December 1974 vol 883 c449W
Mr. David Steel

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland whether he is now able to announce an increase in the ceiling for house improvement grants in Scotland.

Mr. William Ross

The Housing (Amount of Approved Expense) (Scotland) Order 1974 was laid in draft on 28th November and considered by the Fourth Standing Committee on Statutory Instruments today. The order increases the maximum limit of approved expense for house improvement in Scotland from £2,400 to £3,700.