HC Deb 13 May 1980 vol 984 cc416-7W
Mr. Gordon Wilson

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland how many applications for grants under the urban aid programme were approved in 1978 and 1979; and what was the cost of the programme in each year.

Mr. Rifkind

In 1978, 95 projects were approved, costing £1.8 million (capital) £1.0 million (current). In 1979, 221 projects were approved, costing £5.9 million (capital) and £2.9 million (current).

Grant is paid in arrears, by financial year, at the rate of 75 per cent. on approved costs. Grant payments in the last three financial years were:

1977–78 £2.55 million
1978–79 £6.31 million
1979–80 £6.32 million

Mr. Gordon Wilson

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will list the outstanding applications for grants under the urban aid programme.

Mr. Rifkind

41 applications are currently under consideration by my Department. If the hon. Member has a particular case in mind, I would be happy to look into it.

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