HC Deb 26 February 1976 vol 906 c309W
Mr. Peter Walker

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment what will be the extra burden on the rates if local authorities take up the additional provision for public sector house improvement work announced by the Chancellor of the Exchequer on 12th February.

Mr. Freeson

Much of this work will qualify for Exchequer subsidy. The determination of rents and any other contributions is a matter for local authorities.