HC Deb 17 March 1982 vol 20 c143W
64. Mr. Adams

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment how much additional assistance he estimates will be given to local housing authorities faced with large unanticipated repair bills from the recent severe weather.

Mr. King

It is too soon to estimate the additional costs falling on local authorities in England as a result of the recent severe weather. However, costs arising from losses which would normally be insurable would not be eligible for the special assistance announced on 11 January, in accordance with Home Office circular No. ES 7/195 of 2 September 1975 issued by the previous Government.