§ Mrs. Wiseasked the Secretary of State for the Environment what is his current policy on housing improvement grants.
§ Mr. FreesonMy policy is to seek the greatest improvement to the housing stock within the resources available and ensure that funds are used where houses are in greatest need of renovation and owners and tenants in greatest need of help.
§ Mrs. Wiseasked the Secretary of State for the Environment whether he is encouraging the provision of cycle-ways and other facilities for pedal cyclists; and what information he has regarding the increase or decrease in the use of pedal cycles.