HC Deb 20 July 1976 vol 915 cc429-30W
Mr. Sproat

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment what total sum has been paid out by offices of his Department, in the latest 12 months for which figures are available, in respect of rent rebate and allowances.

Mr. Armstrong

The total amount paid by the Department to local authorities and new towns in England in the financial year 1975–76 in respect of rent debates and rent allowances was £210 million.