§ Mr. Arthur Lewisasked the Secretary of State for the Environment, in view of the need to conserve energy, to what extent he has taken action to double glaze and roof insulate all Government buildings; and what progress has been made.
§ Mr. Geoffrey FinsbergRoof insulation is one of several cost-effective energy conservation measures being undertaken by the Property Services Agency. A programme of roof insulation, wall cavity filling and draught proofing in the Services married quarters is expected to be completed in 1980–81. On other Government buildings, roof insulation is being carried out as resources permit. Because of the high cost of double glazing, priority is being given to the other measures which are more cost effective. The matter is, however, kept under constant review.