§ Mr. Cartwrightasked the Secretary of State for Energy if he will take steps to include draught proofing in the special home insulation scheme for pensioner households.
§ Mr. Geoffrey FinsbergI have been asked to reply.
We have no plans to include provision for draught proofing in the homes insulation scheme. The scheme concentrates resources on promoting the insulation of lofts and associated lagging of tanks and pipes in the large number of dwellings which have no loft insulation. Those on supplementary benefit can already apply to their local Social Security office for financial help towards the cost of simple draught proofing materials for doors and windows.