§ Mr. Allen McKayasked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he will list the research being undertaken by his Department into problems relating to condensation and dampness in houses; and if he will review the home improvement policies and general support scheme with a view to providing sufficient resources to deal with all serious cases.
§ Sir George YoungMy Department is funding a programme of research into condensation and mould growth at the Building Research Station. Details of this and other associated research into heating, thermal insulation and ventilation are given in the publication of the Research Programme 1981–82 which can be obtained from the Building Research Establishment. It is for local authorities to decide what resources to devote to tackling serious cases of condensation within the total resources available to them for housing investment.