§ Mr. Holtasked the Secretary of State for the Environment what plans he has to improve housing prospects for prospective job seekers from the north obtaining employment in the south of England.
§ Sir George YoungTransfers between different areas have been facilitated by the national mobility scheme, the tenants exchange scheme and the right to exchange, all developed by this Government. The Government have now made available £3,051 million for investment in public housing in England, including £2,321 million for local authorities. It is for individual authorities to consider the housing needs in their areas including those of people seeking work.