HC Deb 26 January 1983 vol 35 cc462-3W
32. Mr. John H. Osborn

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment what guidance is issued by his Department on the provision of alarm and communication systems for old people.

Sir George Young

The Department issued guidance on alarms and two-way speech systems in July 1976, in a Building Research Establishment current paper, CP 48/76, on grouped housing for the elderly.

We are currently engaged in research on methods of helping elderly people to remain in their own homes, including the use of more modern alarm systems, and will consider the need for further guidance when the results are available.