HC Deb 06 July 1981 vol 8 c43W
Mr. McTaggart

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland what percentage of grants to eradicate dampness in the private sector has been taken up in each year of operation.

Mr. Rifkind

There is no specific grant available for such work.

Mr. McTaggart

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland if, in view of the estimate by Glasgow district council of 30 years to eradicate dampness in its council houses, he will provide additional resources for this purpose.

Mr. Rifkind

I have nothing to add to my reply to the hon. Member on 8 April.—[Vol. 2, c.293.]